Sr. TPM, Thermal and HVAC Programs

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.

We are currently seeking a Sr TPM, Thermal & HVAC, to manage Thermal & HVAC programs. Our ideal candidate is a seasoned experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specializations and can resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways. Exhibits a can-do and one-team attitude, approaches their work with vigor, determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

 

The Role:

· Deliver Thermal & HVAC programs for Lucid vehicles, balancing timing, cost, technical risk, performance and quality. Successful delivery is considered as the series production launch of the agreed BOM parts for the Thermal & HVAC systems.

· Build & publish detailed execution plans and associated budget/headcount requirements

· Proactively and strategically manage program risks and mitigation plans, using Powertrain Programs one-pagers and escalation paths. Take ownership & drive resolution of these risks.

· Engage directly with key strategic suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.

· Publish and maintain the Thermal & HVAC product roadmap, and ensure all cross-functional impacts are understood & documented before changes are made to the current plan-of-record.

· Ensure Thermal & HVAC cross-functional project teams have a clear understanding of program deliverables, cross-functional roles/responsibilities & execution plans

· Proactively create strong project team working relationships by fostering good team culture and clear objectives

· Travel nationally and internationally where necessary for supplier meetings, testing, manufacturing launch, etc.

· Contribute to tools & process development

 

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical field

· Technical understanding and experience of thermal & HVAC systems

· 8+ years experience of delivering automotive programs in thermal/HVAC, electric powertrain or related systems

· Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment with the flexibility to adapt to changing constraints, high expectations and new technologies.

· Ability to move between summary level and highly detailed schedules and integrate the two.

· Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal skills.

· Experience of the complete automotive product development and APQP/PPAP process (tier 1 or OEM).

· Experience of production part release and change management, DV/PV, DFMEA and product launch activities.

· Experience with quality and problem-solving tools (e.g., structured problem-solving methods, 5 WHY, Fishbone diagrams, 8D, DFMEA, etc.).

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Confluence/Jira and Smartsheet tools.

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)$153,100—$224,510 USD

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