Staff Automation Engineer, Powertrain

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. As a Staff Automation Engineer, Powertrain, you will be the SME of insuring new and existing control systems meet throughput, safety and quality requirements for production, as well as designing and developing continuous improvement projects according to the company's needs.    You Will:    Have familiarity with equipment control systems, equipment I/Os and basic machine coding logic  Work with layout engineering to prepare and optimize Powertrain line layouts     Experience working with the following equipment: robotics, end of arm tooling, pick and place automation, position sensors, material handling, fluid dispensing, vision systems, conveyor and laser cleaning and welding   Develop company level, factory level, and line/machine level controls standards and specification for application by internal equipment development team and external partners     Create data management and tracking communications network architecture and interface with cross-functional teams for product, processes and quality traceability control implementation   Architect, write and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems such as conveyors, robots, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), LabView, machine vision, and 3rd party equipment     Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high volume manufacturing equipment     Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting   Enforce application of Lucid Motors standards, Manage external integrators during specification, design review, design approval     Establish test plans and control test plan execution at Vendor and at Lucid Motors facility during installation and buy-off   Train Maintenance and Production teams to support automated equipment after deployment into production     Create machine interactions with plant-wide Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to communicate product acceptability, machine status, and process variables     Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yield    You Bring:    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer engineering or related field 8+ years of experience in an Automation Engineering role in the automotive industry   Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems   In-depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA)  Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment  PLCs and Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens)     Human Machine Interface (Ignition, FactoryTalk Optix, Siemens WinCC)     Field bus Networks (Ethernet IP, PROFINET, Safety rated field bus networks)     Serial communication (RS-232) between PLCs and instruments     Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems     Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well-defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control.  Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery     Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems   Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nut runner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc)     Experience interfacing with and programming Fanuc Robots is a plus     Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc) is desired     Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired     Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired    Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus     Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as with SolidWorks and 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.    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 applic