<div><div><strong>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</strong></div><div>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.</div><div> </div><div>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.</div><div> </div><div>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.</div></div><h3>Summary</h3><p>The <em>BIW</em> Welding &amp; Joining Engineer ensures optimal joining conditions throughout all Body-in-White (<em>BIW</em>) processes, maintaining structural integrity across <em>SPR</em>, welding, adhesive bonding, and other joining methods. This role <em>drives</em> robust process design, seamless handover from Manufacturing Engineering to Operations, and continuous improvement of joining technologies and assembly systems. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in welding processes, metallurgy, and <em>automation</em> technologies, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and structural durability.</p><hr><h3>You Will</h3><ul><li><p>Design, develop, and validate welding and joining processes (spot welding, MIG/MAG, laser welding, clinching, adhesive bonding, riveting, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Define welding parameters, schedules, and process limits for various materials including mild steel, high-strength steel, and aluminum.</p></li><li><p>Optimize weld sequencing and layouts to reduce distortion and improve structural performance.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with tooling and equipment suppliers for welding cell and <em>automation</em> line integration.</p></li><li><p>Support commissioning of welding equipment including robots, weld guns, and controllers.</p></li><li><p>Oversee try-outs, prove-outs, and validation of new welding systems.</p></li><li><p>Ensure all welding processes meet quality, durability, and regulatory standards.</p></li><li><p>Conduct weld inspections using NDT methods such as ultrasonic, X-ray, and destructive testing.</p></li><li><p>Establish and maintain weld quality standards and visual inspection criteria.</p></li><li><p>Monitor welding processes via SPC and data acquisition systems to ensure stability.</p></li><li><p>Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld defects (e.g., spatter, porosity, burn-through).</p></li><li><p>Implement process improvements to enhance robustness, reduce cycle time, and lower cost.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and maintain weld process documentation including WPS, PQRs, and work instructions.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with AWS, customer-specific, and other relevant industry standards.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with design, simulation, materials, and production teams on weldability and manufacturability.</p></li><li><p>Participate in DFM reviews, PFMEA activities, and product development discussions.</p></li><li><p>Provide regular updates to plant leadership and global Manufacturing Engineering.</p></li></ul><hr><h3>You Bring</h3><ul><li><p>Strong knowledge of welding and joining methods (resistance spot welding, arc welding, lasers, adhesives, rivets, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience with welding <em>automation</em> systems and industrial robots.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with weld <em>programming</em> and control systems (e.g., Bosch, WTC, Fronius).</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of materials behavior, metallurgy, and heat-affected zones.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including RCA methodologies.</p></li><li><p>Experience with Fanuc, Kawasaki, ABB, or Kuka robotic applications.</p></li><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Welding, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).</p></li><li><p>5+ years of welding/joining engineering experience in an <em>automotive</em> <em>Body in White</em> environment.</p></li><li><p>Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or equivalent preferred.</p></li><li><p>Experience launching new vehicle programs within an OEM or Tier 1 environment.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><div><div><p><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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.)</p><p>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p></div><div><strong>To all recruitment agencies</strong>: <em>Lucid Motors <strong>does not</strong> 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. </em></div><div> </div></div>

<p>Lucid Motors sets out to create a car that elevates the human experience and transcends the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. A car that is intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around. Lucid Motors plans to lead in this new era of mobility by returning to the fundamentals of great design &ndash; where every decision we make is in service of the individual. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own path.</p>

Welding and Joining Engineer, Body in White

<div><div><strong>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</strong></div><div>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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>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.</div></div><h3>Summary</h3><p>The <em>BIW</em> Welding &amp; Joining Engineer ensures optimal joining conditions throughout all Body-in-White (<em>BIW</em>) processes, maintaining structural integrity across <em>SPR</em>, welding, adhesive bonding, and other joining methods. This role <em>drives</em> robust process design, seamless handover from Manufacturing Engineering to Operations, and continuous improvement of joining technologies and assembly systems. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in welding processes, metallurgy, and <em>automation</em> technologies, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and structural durability.</p><hr><h3>You Will</h3><ul><li><p>Design, develop, and validate welding and joining processes (spot welding, MIG/MAG, laser welding, clinching, adhesive bonding, riveting, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Define welding parameters, schedules, and process limits for various materials including mild steel, high-strength steel, and aluminum.</p></li><li><p>Optimize weld sequencing and layouts to reduce distortion and improve structural performance.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with tooling and equipment suppliers for welding cell and <em>automation</em> line integration.</p></li><li><p>Support commissioning of welding equipment including robots, weld guns, and controllers.</p></li><li><p>Oversee try-outs, prove-outs, and validation of new welding systems.</p></li><li><p>Ensure all welding processes meet quality, durability, and regulatory standards.</p></li><li><p>Conduct weld inspections using NDT methods such as ultrasonic, X-ray, and destructive testing.</p></li><li><p>Establish and maintain weld quality standards and visual inspection criteria.</p></li><li><p>Monitor welding processes via SPC and data acquisition systems to ensure stability.</p></li><li><p>Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for weld defects (e.g., spatter, porosity, burn-through).</p></li><li><p>Implement process improvements to enhance robustness, reduce cycle time, and lower cost.</p></li><li><p>Prepare and maintain weld process documentation including WPS, PQRs, and work instructions.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with AWS, customer-specific, and other relevant industry standards.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with design, simulation, materials, and production teams on weldability and manufacturability.</p></li><li><p>Participate in DFM reviews, PFMEA activities, and product development discussions.</p></li><li><p>Provide regular updates to plant leadership and global Manufacturing Engineering.</p></li></ul><hr><h3>You Bring</h3><ul><li><p>Strong knowledge of welding and joining methods (resistance spot welding, arc welding, lasers, adhesives, rivets, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience with welding <em>automation</em> systems and industrial robots.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with weld <em>programming</em> and control systems (e.g., Bosch, WTC, Fronius).</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of materials behavior, metallurgy, and heat-affected zones.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including RCA methodologies.</p></li><li><p>Experience with Fanuc, Kawasaki, ABB, or Kuka robotic applications.</p></li><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Welding, Materials, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).</p></li><li><p>5+ years of welding/joining engineering experience in an <em>automotive</em> <em>Body in White</em> environment.</p></li><li><p>Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) or equivalent preferred.</p></li><li><p>Experience launching new vehicle programs within an OEM or Tier 1 environment.</p></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><div><div><p><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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. &nbsp;(Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)</p><p>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p></div><div><strong>To all recruitment agencies</strong>: <em>Lucid Motors <strong>does not</strong> 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.&nbsp;</em></div><div>&nbsp;</div></div>

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