Automation Engineer, AME Powertrain

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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.

As an Automation Engineer, Powertrain, you will support the development, deployment, and optimization of automated manufacturing equipment used in Powertrain production. This role focuses on implementing, debugging, and improving control systems to meet throughput, safety, and quality requirements, while operating within established standards and under the guidance of senior automation engineers.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the transition of equipment from development into production, working closely with Manufacturing, Controls, Quality, Maintenance, and external equipment partners.

You Will:

Support the implementation and maintenance of equipment control systems, including equipment I/Os and fundamental machine logic

Assist with layout engineering efforts to support and optimize Powertrain line layouts, material flow, and equipment integration

Support automation systems involving robotics, end-of-arm tooling, pick-and-place automation, position sensors, material handling systems, fluid dispensing, vision systems, conveyors, and laser cleaning or welding equipment

Apply existing company, factory, and line-level controls standards and specifications when developing or modifying equipment controls

Support data collection and connectivity between machines and plant systems to enable traceability, machine status reporting, and process monitoring

Write, modify, and debug PLC code under established architectures and standards, with an emphasis on structure, documentation, and maintainability

Support integration between PLCs and subsystems such as conveyors, robots, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), machine vision systems, and third-party equipment

Implement and maintain safety-related control functions in accordance with established ANSI/RIA15.06 and OSHA requirements, with guidance as needed

Develop and update Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens to support equipment operation, alarms, and basic troubleshooting

Support external equipment integrators during build, installation, and commissioning through design reviews and issue resolution

Participate in equipment testing, installation, and buy-off activities at vendor sites and Lucid facilities

Assist with training Maintenance and Production teams on automated equipment operation and basic troubleshooting

Support machine-to-MES interactions to communicate machine status, process parameters, and product acceptability

Troubleshoot and optimize automated equipment to improve cycle time, uptime, and yield, escalating complex issues when appropriate

You Bring:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

5+ years of experience in an Automation Engineering or Controls Engineering role within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive or high-volume production

Working knowledge of electromechanical and mechatronic systems and their integration into automated equipment

Familiarity with industrial safety standards and safe automation practices (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA)

Hands-on experience programming and supporting industrial automation equipment, including:

PLCs (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens); exposure to Safety PLCs is a plus

Human Machine Interfaces such as Ignition, FactoryTalk, or Siemens WinCC

Industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP or PROFINET

Basic serial and Ethernet communications between PLCs, devices, and databases

Ability to read, modify, and debug PLC programs with a structured approach to code organization and documentation

Experience supporting automated machinery and industrial sensors such as photoelectric sensors, proximity sensors, pressure transducers, dispense systems, and temperature controllers

Exposure to robotics systems; experience with Fanuc robots is a plus

Exposure to vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence is desired

Experience supporting equipment from build through installation and into production preferred

Familiarity with production metrics, downtime analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus

Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings; experience with 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks or CATIA is a plus

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; and a 401(k) retirement plan. 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.

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