Project Manager, Powertrain Development and Engineering at Lucid Motors
Newark, CA 94560
About the Job
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 Project Manager, Drive Unit Testing will be responsible for overseeing the scheduling and coordination of drive unit testing Lucid’s on-site Dynamometer Lab. Your role will involve working closely with test requestors, the Motor Gearbox Prototype Build team, and other cross-functional groups to ensure that all dependencies are tracked and managed. Using a Jira-based scheduling tool, you will play a critical role in managing the testing throughput, ensuring that tests are executed on time and that any delays or issues are promptly addressed.Responsibilities:
• Manage the drive unit test schedule using a Jira-based scheduling tool.
• Liaise with test requestors to ensure test requests are up to date, properly formatted, and contain all necessary information before a Test is scheduled to begin.
• Track the status of test dependencies, including monitoring the progress of the Motor Gearbox Build team and addressing potential delays.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure test readiness.
• Monitor and report on testing progress, updating relevant stakeholders regularly.
• Work with the testing and build teams to resolve blockers and ensure that test schedules remain on track.
• Identify and communicate any potential risks or delays in testing, providing solutions where possible.Qualifications:
• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in an automotive or engineering environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, including scheduling and tracking.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when managing complex test schedules.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, particularly in coordinating schedules and managing dependencies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with drive unit testing, dynamometers, or related testing environments.
• Experience in managing testing workflows, tracking dependencies, and resolving conflicts.Preferred:
• Experience with electric vehicle drive systems or automotive testing is a strong plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks.
• Proven ability to handle ambiguity and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Experience in any customer service type role.Education:
• BS in Engineering, Business, or a related 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)$123,200—$184,800 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.To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
• Manage the drive unit test schedule using a Jira-based scheduling tool.
• Liaise with test requestors to ensure test requests are up to date, properly formatted, and contain all necessary information before a Test is scheduled to begin.
• Track the status of test dependencies, including monitoring the progress of the Motor Gearbox Build team and addressing potential delays.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure test readiness.
• Monitor and report on testing progress, updating relevant stakeholders regularly.
• Work with the testing and build teams to resolve blockers and ensure that test schedules remain on track.
• Identify and communicate any potential risks or delays in testing, providing solutions where possible.Qualifications:
• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in an automotive or engineering environment.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, including scheduling and tracking.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, especially when managing complex test schedules.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, particularly in coordinating schedules and managing dependencies.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with drive unit testing, dynamometers, or related testing environments.
• Experience in managing testing workflows, tracking dependencies, and resolving conflicts.Preferred:
• Experience with electric vehicle drive systems or automotive testing is a strong plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks.
• Proven ability to handle ambiguity and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Experience in any customer service type role.Education:
• BS in Engineering, Business, or a related 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)$123,200—$184,800 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.To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
