Sr. Quality Engineer, Paint

Lucid Motors • Casa Grande, AZ

36d

About The Position

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. 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 senior member of the Paint Shop Quality Team, you will lead efforts to ensure world-class painted finishes on every vehicle. You will own quality systems for paint processes, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate defects and optimize performance. Your technical expertise and leadership will help maintain Lucid's commitment to uncompromising quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in automotive paint quality or process engineering (OEM or Tier 1 preferred).
• Strong knowledge of paint shop processes: pre-treatment/e-coat, primer/basecoat/clearcoat systems, robotic application, and curing ovens.
• Proficiency in quality methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC) and problem-solving tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexibility to support production schedules, including nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality standards and inspection protocols for paint shop operations.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for paint-related defects using advanced quality tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto).
• Oversee audits of paint processes to ensure compliance with specifications and standardized work.
• Partner with production, engineering, and supplier teams to resolve systemic issues and improve process capability.
• Analyze quality data and trends to identify opportunities for defect reduction and process optimization.
• Provide technical guidance on paint application systems, curing processes, and surface preparation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing principles.
• Train and mentor quality technicians and production staff on inspection techniques and quality standards.
• Ensure proper use and calibration of specialized inspection equipment (e.g., Elcometer, Wavescan, BYK-maci, PELT).
• Maintain accurate documentation of quality metrics and present findings to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 standards

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees