Technical Specialist, Interior Door Trim

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity.

In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking a Technical Specialist, Interior Door Trim . This position requires an experienced professional with the ability to work with one of the most passionate engineering teams in the industry. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate technical excellence in their field, possess the ability to learn quickly, drive issue resolution, and strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Role :

• Be a key contributor to a world-class Interior Components and Systems Engineering team.
• Serve as the technical expert for Door Trim systems throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Lead the investigation, root cause analysis, and resolution of design and vehicle integration issues related to Door Trim components.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, Purchasing, and Supplier teams to ensure successful development and launch of Interior Door Trim systems.
• Drive technical reviews and support engineering change management activities, including ECRs, deviations, and continuous product improvements.
• Support supplier technical development, validation activities, production readiness reviews, and launch execution.
• Establish and maintain technical requirements, design guidelines, lessons learned, and best practices for Door Trim systems.
• Analyze component and system performance to ensure compliance with functional, durability, safety, craftsmanship, and customer experience targets.
• Interface with Crash Safety, NVH, Manufacturing Engineering, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure all product requirements are achieved.
• Support DVP&R development, validation planning, test result analysis, and corrective actions to ensure product performance meets Lucid standards.
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts during prototype builds, vehicle integration events, and production launches.
• Develop innovative solutions that improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, cost, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of demonstrated experience in automotive Interior Components and Systems, with emphasis on Door Trim, Instrument Panel, Center Console, or related interior systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of automotive interior materials, manufacturing processes, system integration, and component performance requirements.
• Experience leading technical issue resolution through structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, A3, DFMEA, PFMEA, or similar approaches.
• Knowledge of automotive product development processes from concept through production launch.
• Ability to read, review, and evaluate CAD models, engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications (CATIA V5/V6 preferred).
• Experience supporting design validation, testing, and product release activities.
• Strong understanding of interior manufacturing processes including injection molding, wrapping, painting, compression molding, and assembly operations.
• Experience working directly with suppliers to resolve technical challenges and improve product performance.
• Familiarity with automotive quality systems, change management processes, and launch readiness requirements.
• Experience with CAE tools, mold flow analysis, finite element analysis, or related engineering simulations.
• Excellent communication, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Advantageous

• One or more full vehicle program cycles from concept development through production launch.
• Experience with luxury or premium automotive interior systems.
• Knowledge of failure analysis techniques, statistical problem-solving, and quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting manufacturing plants and launch activities during vehicle builds and production ramp-up.
• Ability to work effectively within global cross-functional teams and suppliers across multiple regions.
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical excellence, timing, cost, and quality objectives.
• Spanish, German and Chinese language skills are a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$166,500 — $244,200 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.

Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

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