Engineering & IT - Design Engineer 5
Job Description
· Candidate Location Requirements: Arizona or Michigan ·
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If hybrid, # of days contractor will be required to work onsite: 100% onsite
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- Flexible based on performance ·
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Daily Schedule & OT estimate: M-F 40 hours/week, No OT ·
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Expenses/ Expected Travel (Y/N): Potential in the future ·
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Chance for Extension (Y/N): 12 month contract ·
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Equipment or Software Required: Engineering PC
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Candidate Requirements · Years of Experience Required: 4+ overall years of experience in the field. · Degrees or certifications required: Bachelor's degree is required to be eligible for this role. · Disqualifiers: Candidates not local to Arizona or Michigan. ·
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Best vs. Average: See JD · Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on quality of workTop 3 Hard Skills
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Required + Years of Experience
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1. Minimum 4 years experience as a detail‑oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (e.g., hard trim, soft trim, IP, door trims, consoles, headliners, etc.)
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2. Minimum 4 years of knowledge and understanding of automotive interior components and systems, industry benchmarks, trends, and supplier capabilities
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Senior Engineer – Interiors Role
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• Be a significant contributor to a world‑class Interior Components and Systems engineering team • Create industry‑leading Interior Components and Systems with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality
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• Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems across the Lucid portfolio
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• Work collaboratively within a cross‑functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, prioritizing overall vehicle benefit above individual systems
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• Collaborate with interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on‑time delivery of Lucid Interior Components and Systems
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• Employ and develop effective tools and innovative approaches to support product development Qualifications
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• 4+ years of demonstrated experience as a detail‑oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (e.g., hard trim, soft trim, IP, door trims, consoles, headliners, etc.)
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• Knowledge and understanding of automotive interior components and systems, industry benchmarks, trends, and supplier capabilities
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• Experience creating, improving, or establishing technical product specifications and timelines to support accelerated development toward SOP
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• Proficiency in CAD for 2D/3D concept drawings, interior components and systems, packaging layouts, and DFM studies (CATIA V5/V6 preferred)
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• Vehicle and product launch experience Advantageous
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• Flexibility and adaptability to succeed in a fast‑paced startup environment
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• Experience completing one full program cycle from concept to production launch in automotive interior components and systems
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• Profound knowledge of vehicle interior systems with a demonstrable track record of technical excellence and program execution
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• Strong understanding of plastic part design, structural performance, manufacturing technologies, craftsmanship, ergonomics, safety, and homologation requirements
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• Competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding/DFM, and GD&T
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• A strong desire to create exceptional products as part of a highly capable team
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• A practical, hands‑on approach that complements theoretical knowledge
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• Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills Education
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• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline