Switch Technical Specialist, Interior Systems
Lucid Motors
- Southfield, MI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design and develop electromechanical commodities for interior trim. Integrate and package world-class displays, haptic switches and sensors in the interior cabin environment.
- Be directly responsible for end to end success of the product from concept though production.
- Define product requirements and specifications and develop test plans to ensure product robustness.
- Release designs to suppliers and kick off tooling to meet project milestones.
- Coordinate with design studio and engineering teams across various domains like mechanical, electrical, controls, integration, user experience, durability, craftsmanship and ergonomics.
- Manage suppliers, work with engineering services and contract manufacturers to develop designs that achieve high-quality customer satisfaction that aligns with Lucid's design DNA.
- Support mass production ramp-up and participate in resolving field issues.
- 5+ years of experience in design and development of electromechanical products with mechanical and electrical interfaces having highly quality cosmetic requirements for a premium in-cabin user experience.
- Experience in defining haptics, conducting focus group assessments and dictating tactile user experience conversations with cross-functional teams in an automotive environment.
- Experience in integrating mechanical, electrical and software aspects of product into vehicle architecture with good understanding of first principles of engineering in the areas of mechanics, electronics, and material selection.
- Working knowledge of sensor selection and integration, connector selection, wiring harness and control systems.
- Experience in defining performance requirements such as resolution, accuracy, noise, durability, etc. and preparing validation plans.
- Understanding of LIN and CAN protocols and ability to define high level system architecture for implementing user interaction models into signal deliverables.
- Experience in 3D CAD modeling, GD&T and engineering drawing releases using PLM systems
- Working knowledge of SMT and PCB fabrication in mass production environment.
- Technical expertise in manufacturing technologies like injection molding, stamping, casting, extrusion etc.
- Knowledge of vehicle Interior Components and Systems and demonstrable track record of technical excellence and program execution
- One full program cycle experience from concept to production launch in automotive Interior Components and Systems a plus
- Flexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment
- A strong desire to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a very capable team
- A practical hands-on approach to complement the theoretical
- Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills
- B.S. minimum in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar.
- Masters preferred.