Sr. Controls and Robotic Engineer, BIW Maintenance

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt 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.
The ideal Controls and Robotic Engineer candidate takes pride in their own work. Analytical ability, organizational skills and great attention to detail are of principal importance. This candidate is familiar with and appreciates an environment where individuals carry tremendous responsibility and where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. This candidate enjoys work, thrives on daily interaction with all teams and has a intelligent understanding of how to work with and/or motivate them. 

You Will:

• Be an expert in Robotic and Controls for BIW Maintenance and supporting Lucid Engineering / Manufacturing Group’s specific needs and requirements for Automation.
• Support daily production including off shift and weekend support.
• Ability to troubleshoot through root cause analysis and provide technical support for daily plant operations.
• Supports design specifications for RFQ’s.
• Approve equipment and control designs in accordance to Lucid and local regulations and manages suppliers performance to build schedule for Automation and Controls.
• Interact and direct vendors to provide equipment and tooling to our standards and performance expectations.
• Prepare suitable training documentation to enable experience passed on to maintenance team technicians.
• Launch equipment and tooling to production floor and support on-going production throughout program cycle.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and assist with quality documentation.
• Must be capable of working with peers, subordinates, supervisors, and management on a multidisciplinary team.
• Project coordination, champions and supports Lucid Engineering / Manufacturing Group’s specific needs and requirements regarding the scope, specifications & best practice procedures.
• Take ownership of the technical management of the products. Address Lucid technical questions and follow up to ensure all action items are completed.
• Manage internal Lucid Customers, assesses needs regarding priorities, deadlines, and quantities, driving suppliers for on time deliverables.
• Track and support equipment trials for SOP.
• Train Maintenance Associates on techniques and processes.
• Assist with new product launches, i.e., equipment, tooling and auxiliary equipment installation and debug.
• Work closely with multiple departments to improve manufacturing processes.
• Travel 0-25% to visit suppliers (US and International).
• Effective skill in establishing and maintaining working relationships with a wide range of individuals from varying economic, social, and educational backgrounds in a manufacturing environment.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Robotics or Mechatronics Engineering or related field strongly preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years Hands on Robotics and Controls Engineering experience in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems.
• Detailed knowledge of interfacing industrial Fanuc robots with systems including PLCs, machine vision, fluid dispense, torque controllers, flow drills, self-piercing rivets, metrology, etc.
• Strong time management and analysis skills.
• Ability to remain current with state-of-the-art technologies and practices related to the metal stamping process as well as develop innovative solutions when necessary.
• In-depth knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A).
• Detailed knowledge of robot and equipment safety standards such as ISO 10218 (ANSI/RIA R15.06) and ISO 13849 (ANSI B11.19), and familiarity with commonly used safety system components such as light curtains, area scanners, guard locking devices, etc.
• Expertise in creating and simulating robot