Lead Mechanical Design Engineer,ADAS
Lucid MotorsAbout the role
The ADAS AD team is currently seeking a Mechanical Lead Design Engineer in the area of ADAS Sensing. The position requires an experienced professional with a track record of successfully bringing innovative automotive ADAS/AD products into production.
Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and be excellent at multi-tasking, and strive for perfection.
Your Role:
· Design robust module mounts which support repeatable and accurate performance of exterior/interior ADAS sensors
· Contribute with strong knowledge in designing kinematic mechanisms and shock and vibration stabilization structures.
· Design and execute comprehensive tolerance stack-up analyses at both component and system levels to ensure proper fit, function, and manufacturing feasibility of ADAS sensor assemblies
· Lead optical performance simulations using SPEOS software to validate ADAS sensor system performance across various environmental and operating conditions
· Drive and oversee thermal and structural simulations & Validation at the module level to ensure robust mechanical design and optimal sensor performance under diverse operating conditions
· Collaborate with cross-functional groups including exterior surface design, interior cabin design, design studio, structural simulation group, ADAS group and module suppliers to optimize packaging space and fulfilling both manufacturing serviceability requirements.
· Work with Tier 1 suppliers and understand mechanical system implementation.
Qualifications:
· Proficiency in 3D CAD software CATIA
· 8+ years of experience
· Experience with ASME GD&T, tolerance stack up, and detailed 2D drawings
· Plastic and injection molding experience
· Experience with CAE tools (for example ANSYS)
· Knowledge of Thermal , Shock, and Vibration testing
· Knowledge of rapid prototyping
· Expertise in ADAS mechanical component design
· Track record of creative mechanical design that will fit within tight space
· Knowledge of vehicle build and electrical harnessing
Education:
· Bachelors of Science (Masters preferred), Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)Base Pay Range (Annual)$161,900—$237,380 USDBy Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice.
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