Production Engineer, AD / ADAS

Lucid Motors
King Abdullah Economic City +1 more

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for candidates with automotive manufacturing experience who lead ADAS troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration, working in global teams with a focus on in-house production and technical integration.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier background and ADAS sensor systems expertise
    — “Experience working at an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier.”
  • Individuals skilled in diagnosing vehicle electrical issues and conducting root cause analysis
    — “Experience troubleshooting vehicle electrical, software, or communication issues.”
  • Candidates who can manage change control and support production readiness for ADAS components
    — “Manage part concessions, deviations, and change control activities for ADAS hardware and software.”

Things to consider

  • Travel is a requirement, with domestic and international expectations
    — “Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.”
  • Candidates must be prepared to work outside regular business hours for production needs
    — “Ability to support production activities outside regular business hours when needed.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight hands-on experience with ECU flashing and vehicle diagnostics in your resume
    — “Hands-on experience with vehicle diagnostics and ECU flashing.”
  • Emphasize your ability to lead root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives
    — “Lead the investigation and resolution of ADAS-related manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle quality issues.”
  • Showcase familiarity with CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and UDS protocols in your application materials
    — “Working knowledge of vehicle communication protocols, including CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and UDS.”
  • Demonstrate experience with ADAS hardware, such as cameras, radar, and lidar systems
    — “Experience with ADAS, Autonomous Driving systems, and sensor technologies such as cameras, radar, lidar, or related perception hardware.”
  • Include examples of managing change control and structured problem-solving in your interview responses
    — “Experience with manufacturing quality methods, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and structured problem solving.”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful issue resolution
  • improved manufacturing processes
Typical background
automotive engineeringproduction engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Vehicle SystemsDiagnosticsManufacturing ProcessesRoot Cause AnalysisVehicle-level Integration TestingSoftware Verification

Preferred

ADAS Hardware And SoftwareProduction Validation

Stack & domain

Vehicle DiagnosticsECU FlashingCANAutomotive EthernetDiagnostic ProtocolsCanoeCanalyzerCanapeAnalytical Problem-solvingRoot Cause AnalysisCommunicationDocumentationCross-functional CollaborationOwnershipResilienceProactive Problem-solvingOrganizationalProject ManagementAutomotive

About the role

Original posting from Lucid Motors

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.

Position Overview 

This role connects Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, and Supplier teams to support the successful launch, deployment, and continuous improvement of ADAS hardware, software, and vehicle-level functionality throughout the production lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of vehicle systems, diagnostics, and manufacturing processes, combined with a hands-on approach to solving problems in a fast-paced production environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Lead the investigation and resolution of ADAS-related manufacturing, assembly, and vehicle quality issues. 

Conduct root cause analysis across sensors, ECUs, vehicle networks, software, and calibration processes. 

Perform vehicle-level integration testing, software verification, and manufacturing trials to support issue resolution and product validation. 

Support new product launches, engineering changes, and manufacturing readiness for ADAS features and components. 

Manage part concessions, deviations, and change control activities for ADAS hardware and software. 

Support End-of-Line diagnostics, calibration, software flashing, and production validation. 

Partner with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Service, and Supplier teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement. 

Improve ADAS manufacturing processes, troubleshooting procedures, and validation methods. 

Provide technical guidance and training to Manufacturing and Quality teams. 

Support production escalations and ensure critical issues are closed on time. 

Skills 

Strong analytical problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. 

Clear communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills. 

Hands-on experience with vehicle diagnostics and ECU flashing. 

Knowledge of automotive electrical and network architecture. 

Working knowledge of CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and diagnostic protocols. 

Experience with CANoe, CANalyzer, CANape, or similar engineering tools. 

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced production environment. 

Strong ownership, resilience, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. 

Strong organizational and project management skills. 

Ability to support production activities outside regular business hours when needed. 

Minimum Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field. 

5+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing, production engineering, systems integration, diagnostics, or quality. 

Experience troubleshooting vehicle electrical, software, or communication issues. 

Familiarity with ECU diagnostics, software flashing, and vehicle verification. 

Working knowledge of vehicle communication protocols, including CAN, Automotive Ethernet, and UDS. 

Experience with manufacturing quality methods, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and structured problem solving. 

Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. 

ADAS and Sensor Systems 

Experience with ADAS, Autonomous Driving systems, and sensor technologies such as cameras, radar, lidar, or related perception hardware. 

Tools and Process Experience 

Experience with Python scripting, automation, data analysis tools, automotive software release management, and change control processes. 

Industry Background 

Experience working at an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier. 

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. 

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. 

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Source: Lucid Motors careers

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