Lucid Motors
Sr. Technical Program Manager, Chassis Electronics
Lucid Motors, Newark, CA
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.As a Sr. Technical Program Manager for the Chassis Electronics team, you will be responsible for managing of all Chassis software items and integration for future development programs. The Chassis group is responsible for chassis systems and components, software and vehicle dynamics.RoleProvide general program related support to Chassis Electronics Engineering Manager, Chassis Module Leader and Chassis Software Engineers to ensure clear communication of timeline milestones and support with escalation / resolution of program decisions neededCreate and maintain detailed Gantt charts of multiple software projectsCreate and track chassis software milestones and drive/support progress within Chassis to achieve deadlinesSupport software feature development lifecycle management, electrical architecture definitionTrack Software Issue Management, Software Tuning, Functional Safety & Cybersecurity DevelopmentIdentify critical paths, resource constraints and roadblocksInterface with Lucid internal departments and chassis commodity suppliers to keep the validation program on time for vehicle build phases and start of vehicle productionUtilize Jira to communicate and monitor engineering tasks and progressUtilize various communication pages and documentation to publish critical informationProvide regular progress updates to management and the executive staffLead priority and review of design release and hardware/software change requests through the Lucid change request systemSupport cost breakdown review of software deliverables and work cross functionally to establish should costs, and targets, and help connect teams and suppliersOrganize, where needed, technical guidance to solve engineering challenges with chassis systemsQualifications7+ years of professional work experience in a STEM related field3+ years working in technical program managementExperience managing cross-functional teamsExperience managing aggressive program timelines and deadlinesExperience in technical / engineering program management in STEM fields such as automotive or consumer electronicsExperience working with electromechanical assembliesExperience with Atlassian Jira, and ConfluenceExperience creating and using GANTT chartsExperience in manufacturing processes such as stamping, injection molding, die casting, and mechanical assembly processesAdvantageousDiagnostics Development: Familiarity with developing software for vehicle diagnosticsDevelopment Tools: Proficient in using automotive development and debugging tools, such as Vector CANape, CANalyzer, and CAN/Ethernet sniffing tools.Project Management Tools: Proficiency in using Jama, Jira, and Confluence for project management and documentation.Basic Model-Based Experience: Proficient in using MATLAB Simulink for code generation, state flow, model adviser, code guidelines, and test development.5+ years of work experience in automotive software, preferably chassis softwareFlexibility to work in a fast-paced startup environment with frequent prioritization adjustmentsExperience leading design release and change requestsExperience with headcount planning, resourcing, and prioritizationExperience with concept to launch, vehicle development and product launch or consumer product launchKnowledge in cross function development of electronics componentsA positive attitude with a drive to learn and contribute meaningfullyExceptional communication in written and verbal EnglishExceptional organizational skills and interpersonal skillsAbility to develop strategic planning related to project timing, cost and technical requirementsEducationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or STEM. Mechanical Engineering preferred.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)$146,100—$243,500 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.