Senior Design Engineer (all genders) - Lighting Systems

You face challenges like

• creating engineering studies of concept, package, and layout within the vehicle in early development stages and internal in-house projects

• designing components and products according to system targets for craftsmanship, function, cost, efficiency, and weight

• managing parts from initial design to prototype phase and serial production

• creating and being responsible for engineering documentation such as TES’s (Tech. Spec’s), DFMEA’s (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), and DVP’s (Design Verification Plan)

• coordinating testing and validation activities with tier 1 and internally with vehicle validation

• managing EBOM (Engineering Bill of Materials)

• managing and tracking suppliers' activities to successfully complete product development and validation through to series production

• designing CAD models to comply with internal deliverables and supporting tier-1 suppliers when required, collaborating with suppliers during DFM, Moldflow, and tooling design approvals

• verifying and approving final component and product designs prior to release

• communicating with internal interfaces and departments, including data transfer

• respecting project time schedules and coordinating all necessary activities to guarantee milestones are achieved

• supporting vehicle prototype build activities and coordinating product optimization based on testing feedback

• developing the Engineering Statement of Work for lighting devices

• actively participating in the iterative process with Lucid design/studio team to deliver an optimal balance of function, form, and cost

• developing assembly strategies, including guiding, locating, and mounting to the vehicle to meet build objectives

• interpreting CAE simulation from Lucid internal attributes, as well as from tier 1, to integrate necessary product optimizations

You inspire us by

• holding a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field of study (Master's is a plus)

• having previous lighting devices in-plant launch experience (preferred)

• bringing automotive OEM or Tier 1 experience (a plus)

• offering 6+ years of engineering experience in the automotive sector

• demonstrating proven experience in design and development engineering for lighting devices with a high-efficiency approach

• possessing knowledge of plastics, composites, and basic sheet metal

• having knowledge of injection molding and plastic bonding processes

• being experienced with CATIA V5 and V6 (NX, Unigraphics are acceptable)

• applying experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), and other technical documents

• being knowledgeable in GD&T fundamentals

• showing a willingness to travel to suppliers and assembly plants during the launch

• being proficient with Microsoft Office applications

• having technology knowledge for tooling, electronics production, and testing (a plus)

• being autonomous in CAD development, Part Design, and Generative Shape design

• demonstrating a strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals

• understanding the design process from initial concept stages through tooling release and production launch

• managing difficult projects with tight timing and budget constraints

Better Living not only in Engineering - you can expect

• diverse career paths and individual development perspectives in a future-oriented company

• mentoring programs, feedback discussions, and further training

• modern equipped offices

• flexible working models and mobile work depending on the project situation

• attractive additional benefits such as daycare subsidies, company pension scheme, company health insurance

• employee offers such as corporate fitness, JobRad, PC leasing, shopping discounts, and team events