Body Repair R&D Technician

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Lucid Motors

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Millbrae, CA, United States

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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 an experienced Body Repair R&D Technician to be part of developing globally recognized, best-in-class collision repair capability for Lucid Motors. This position will be an evolutionary one, starting with hands-on work as the body repair program team develops and grows. It will involve working with and supporting the Body Repair Program team, BIW Engineering, and other Lucid departments.

The Role:

  • Reporting to the Body Repair Technical Manager, and Body Repair Workshop Forman.
  • Work with the Technical Training, Body Repair Validation Technicians & Publications Team to document developed body repair methods.
  • Work with Vehicle and subsystem engineering teams to develop testing methodology for new repair methods.
  • Work with the AML (Advanced Materials Lab) to perform tests developed in conjunction with engineering teams for service repairs.
  • Interface with Frame Bench suppliers to create vehicle measurement data sheets for current and upcoming vehicles.
  • Develop initial repair scenarios and procedures for handoff to Validation team to document physical repair procedures on the vehicle.
  • Design and develop tooling related to the Body Repair program
  • Perform R&D Validation on Potential Welding and Fastening systems for upcoming vehicles.
  • Perform Final Physical Signoff on Frame Bench Data for current and upcoming Vehicles
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet project deadlines.
  • Comply with all Lucid safety rules, guidelines and standards.

Qualifications:

  • Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
  • 5 years minimum hands-on technician experience in the collision industry, OEM Structural Repair Certifications from instructor led training from Tesla, Jaguar. BMW, Mercedes Benz, Audi, etc. would be advantageous.
  • Ability to perform structural repairs utilizing various repair bench systems (Car-Bench is Primary, Celette, Car-O-Liner, Spanesi, and Global-Jig, as well as any other appropriate body shop equipment.
  • Be able to explain and demonstrate best practice body repair techniques for all stages of the repair process.
  • Aluminum MIG Welding Certifications (Structural and Non-Structural)
  • Aluminum Adhesive bonding experience.
  • Aluminum Structural body structure repair experience.
  • Experience with 3d modeling software (Catia 3dx and Fusion 360)
  • Strong computer skills ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint )
  • Capable of lifting up to 100 lbs.
  • Ability to travel as needed.

Education:

  • Vocational School Certificate in Collision Repair or equivalent experience
  • High school Diploma or GED required
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