Hiring: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Rotor Company: Lucid Motors Location: Newark, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 10:35:18 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly About the job Experience: •5-8 years of experience in rotor manufacturing, electric motor production, automated assembly equipment, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering within the automotive or related industry. •8 years of experience in rotor manufacturing, electric motor production, automated assembly equipment, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering within the automotive or related industry. Required Skills: •Demonstrate the ability to lead technical efforts of teams engaged in complex rotor manufacturing equipment development and process implementation. •Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for electric motor rotor assembly and component production lines. •Prepare and procure all equipment, tooling, fixtures, gauges, and supporting systems required for station readiness and production launch. •Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, design engineering, controls, quality, facilities, and suppliers to specify and engineer rotor production equipment. •Lead projects through all phases of rotor line development, from concept and process definition through commissioning, ramp-up, and production launch. •Efficiently implement engineering solutions on manufacturing equipment to support product design changes, quality improvements, and productivity enhancements. •Utilize analytical problem-solving methodologies, including 8D, Six Sigma, DOE, PFMEA, and root cause analysis to resolve manufacturing issues and improve process capability. •Use 3D modeling, simulation, and digital manufacturing tools to validate equipment designs, cycle times, ergonomics, and material flow. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required. •Demonstrated capacity to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications. •Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time. •In-depth knowledge of rotor assembly processes such as shaft insertion, magnet insertion, balancing, welding, adhesive dispensing, laser marking, inspection, and automated assembly methodologies. •Demonstrated capacity to influence outcomes and drive initiatives in complex cross-functional environments. •Possesses strong presentation skills and communicates clearly and professionally at various levels both inside and outside the company. •Solid functional working knowledge of AutoCAD, CATIA, DELMIA, and other manufacturing engineering tools. •Operational familiarity with industrial automation systems, robotics integration, machine controls, sensors, and manufacturing data collection systems. •Strong project management, equipment procurement, supplier management, and launch experience. Compensation: •$121,900 - $167,640 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!