Manager, Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Chassis Suspension and Structures

About Lucid

At Lucid we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucids 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 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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices the world united by a shared commitment to refusing to settle youcanhelpredefinewhatspossible andshape the future of mobility.

About the Role

We are seeking a Manager Supplier Industrialization Engineering Chassis Suspension & Structures to lead a global team of Supplier Industrialization Engineers and Leads responsible for driving supplier readiness manufacturing excellence and launch success across critical chassis systems.

This highly visible leadership role will be responsible for developing supplier industrialization strategies building a high-performing global team and partnering cross-functionally to ensure innovative designs can be successfully manufactured without compromising quality reliability or execution timing.

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience leading global supplier industrialization organizations developing supplier capability strategies managing complex product launches and driving continuous improvement across high-volume automotive manufacturing operations. This role requires frequent interaction with suppliers and Lucid teams across North America Asia Europe and the Middle East.

What Youll Own

Supplier Industrialization Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute supplier industrialization strategies and roadmaps for Chassis Suspension and Structures commodities.
• Establish organizational goals metrics and operational plans aligned with broader company objectives.
• Lead regular business reviews to evaluate supplier readiness launch status manufacturing risks and industrialization effectiveness.
• Drive escalation management risk mitigation planning and executive-level communications for critical supplier issues.

Team Development & People Leadership

• Recruit mentor coach and develop a high-performing global team of Supplier Industrialization Engineers and technical leads.
• Build technical expertise across chassis suspension and structural commodities while ensuring appropriate coverage and support for ongoing programs.
• Establish performance goals OKRs and development plans that promote accountability growth and operational excellence.
• Conduct regular performance development and career planning discussions with team members.

New Product Introduction & Launch Readiness

• Lead supplier industrialization efforts supporting new product introduction and vehicle launch activities.
• Partner closely with Design Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Program Management Supply Chain Supplier Quality and Corporate Quality teams.
• Oversee supplier assessments manufacturing feasibility reviews Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/A) reviews APQP execution and PPAP approvals.
• Ensure suppliers are fully prepared to support launch timing quality targets and volume ramp requirements.

Supplier Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Build strong supplier partnerships focused on quality delivery process capability and operational excellence.
• Analyze supplier performance data identify trends and implement improvement initiatives across the supply base.
• Lead supplier risk assessments and mitigation strategies to minimize launch and production disruptions.
• Drive continuous improvement using data-driven decision-making and industry best practices.

Production Support & Quality Excellence

• Ensure timely resolution of supplier manufacturing and quality issues through structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with plant quality manufacturing materials planning logistics warehousing and supplier quality teams to minimize production interruptions.
• Establish sustainable supplier processes that support long-term quality and manufacturing performance throughout mass production.

Industry Leadership

• Stay current on industry trends emerging technologies manufacturing innovations and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the voice of Supplier Industrialization for Chassis Suspension and Structures commodities.
• Prepare and present supplier performance launch status risks and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

What Youll Bring

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 8 years of experience in automotive manufacturing supplier industrialization supplier quality manufacturing engineering or related functions.
• 8 years of experience supporting chassis suspension and structural systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• 3 years of people leadership experience managing Supplier Industrialization Engineers technical leads or similar engineering organizations.
• Deep understanding of supplier industrialization methodologies including:
  • APQP
  • PPAP
  • FMEA
  • MSA
  • SPC
  • GD&T
  • DFM/A
  • IATF 16949
  • ISO-based quality systems
• Demonstrated experience conducting supplier audits process assessments and manufacturing readiness reviews.
• Strong program management communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% globally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting one or more of the following chassis commodities:
  • Axle Assemblies
  • Subframes
  • Control Arms
  • Control Links
  • Stabilizer Bars and Links
  • Dampers
  • Coil Springs
  • Struts
  • Air Suspension Systems
• Previous greenfield manufacturing or factory launch experience.
• Electric vehicle startup experience.
• Masters degree in Engineering Business Administration or related discipline.
• Certifications such as:
  • PMP
  • Lead Auditor
  • ASQ Certification
  • Six Sigma Black Belt
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Smartsheet JMP Minitab JIRA and Tableau.

Work Requirement

This position requires global collaboration across suppliers and Lucid facilities. The successful candidate must be comfortable working across multiple time zones and cultures while supporting supplier operations throughout North America Europe Asia and the Middle East.

Travel requirements are expected to range from 25% to 75% depending on program phase supplier readiness activities and launch support needs.

At Lucid we dont just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity and expression marital status and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Required Experience:

Manager