Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
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.
We are currently seeking a CNC Operator/Programmer. Experience working in a Prototype environment using a 3 or 5-axis is a plus but willing to train the right candidate.
This team sits in the Design Department and builds show cars, retail fixtures, internal prototypes, full-sized and scale design models, and more to support Lucid Design and Marketing efforts all in a fast-paced prototype environment.
The Role
- Program and operate 3 and 5 axis CNC machines
- Build tools and tool libraries
- Stock planning and preparation
- Read engineering drawings and/or 3D models to extract dimensions and necessary GD&T information to produce the accurate part
- Produce the needed quantity while periodically checking the accuracy of the machined parts
- Deburr parts for safe handling and the next process
- Program tool paths
- Periodic machine and shop area maintenance
- Perform machine-specific maintenance schedule
- Perform day-to-day operational maintenance
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience as a CNC programmer and machine operator in a prototype environment, setting up and running 5-axis machines a plus
- Experience running Mitsubishi and Heidenhain CNC controllers a plus
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and 3D digital models
- Experience using CAD applications such as Fusion 360, Catia, and Solidworks a plus
- Experience using CAM applications such as Fusion 360, and Powermill a plus
- Technical, mechanical, and mathematical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Patience and experience working in a fast-paced prototyping environment
- Willingness to go the extra mile to get things done right
Materials you will be milling, included as follows, but not limited to:
- High-density, low-density PU foam, tooling, and modeling boards
- MDF
- Plywood
- Natural wood
- Aluminum
- Acrylic, polycarbonate, etc
- Composites
- Clay
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
• California (Bay Area) – $29- 40 per hour
Additional Compensation and 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. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)
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