Material Flow Industrial Engineer

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating luxury electric vehicles, centered around the human experience. We constantly seek talented, motivated individuals possessing a proven track record of excellence to join our team. Become part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the automotive and mobility industry.

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Industrial Engineer to join our internal logistics team in the automotive industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing processes related to material flow, from unloading to delivery at production lines, ensuring operational efficiency and optimal use of human and material resources. Interface with Manufacturing Engineering, Packaging, Logistics Operations, EH&S during launch to develop Material Flow processes and systems. Identify and implement continuous improvement projects.

The position will develop, recommend, and implement changes which will result in the improvement of manufacturing processes and or product quality. The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced. manufacturing environment is critical to your success at Lucid Motors.

You Will:

• Input and report out KPI data on a weekly basis.
• Conduct detailed time and motion studies for internal logistics processes, including material unloading, storage, picking, and line delivery.
• Determine manpower requirements for each process based on actual productivity data and operational demands.
• Develop simulation models to forecast workforce needs under different production scenarios.
• Use simulation tools to analyze future scenarios and design strategies that optimize resources and cycle times.
• Design and optimize material delivery routes from the warehouse to production lines, considering factors such as cycle times, distances, and available resources.
• Design efficient workstations to ensure a continuous material flow and minimize cycle times.
• Develop warehouse layouts to maximize space utilization and facilitate material handling, including storage, picking, and staging areas.
• Propose improvements in physical layouts based on flow analysis and process simulations.
• Oversee key processes such as material unloading, sequencing, storage, line feeding, and returns.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure efficient material supply in accordance with automotive industry standards (Just in Time, Just in Sequence).
• Implement systems to monitor route compliance and adjust in real time according to production needs.
• Develop requirements for Material Flow equipment: fork trucks, tuggers, dollies, and lineside display.
• General Optimization of floor space, logistics, delivery, and display equipment in the assembly plant.
• Identify areas of improvement to increase operational efficiency and reduce waste
• Develop business cases as needed for Material Flow installations.
• Contribute to internal document development, standards, best practices, lessons learned and training modules.

You Bring:

• Analytics and Problem solving
• Ability to proactively identify issues and solve problems
• Capability to perform well and grow under limited supervision
• Advanced supply chain management skills
• Proactive attitude and results-oriented mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective problem solving and negotiation skills
• General knowledge of Lean Manufacturing systems such as TPS and WCM
• Experience using project management tools, tracking program milestones, and developing glidepaths
• Manage and optimize logistics processes using SAP, including modules related to inventory management (MM), material planning (PP), and warehouse control (WM)
• Ensure accurate inventory records and mat