NPI Project Engineer IIEngineering | Casa Grande, AZ | Full-Time
The Role Launching a new vehicle is one of the most complex challenges in manufacturing, and this role exists to ensure exterior systems and components are ready for production without disrupting operations. As an NPI Project Engineer II, Exteriors, you will lead the execution of new product introductions and engineering changes from development through production implementation, ensuring materials, systems, manufacturing processes, and cross-functional teams are aligned before launch.
Success in the first 12 months means supporting flawless implementation of exterior product changes, improving launch readiness through disciplined execution, and helping teams identify and resolve risks before they impact production.
What Youll Own New Product Introduction Execution: Support pre-validation builds, pre-production activities, and Start of Production (SOP) launches for new vehicle programs and exterior product changes.
Engineering Change Implementation: Evaluate Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) by assessing implementation timing, material availability, manufacturing impact, system readiness, and operational feasibility.
Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) Readiness: Create, maintain, validate, and manage Manufacturing Bills of Materials to ensure accurate production execution.
Cross-Functional Launch Coordination: Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Material Planning, Logistics, Production Control, Quality, Supplier Industrialization, and Operations teams.
Material & System Readiness: Track critical material availability and verify readiness across manufacturing and business systems.
Touch to Check (TTC) Management: Coordinate Touch to Check activities, including planning, inspections, action tracking, and readiness confirmation.
Risk Management & Communication: Identify launch risks, drive action plans, and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement: Support improvements to NPI processes, launch methodologies, and operational tools.
What You Bring Required - Bachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), Manufacturing Engineering, Program Launch, Change Management, MBOM Management, or related activities.
- Working knowledge of MBOM structures and engineering change management processes.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or product launch environment.
- Ability to assess risks, prioritize actions, and drive issue resolution.
- Strong project management, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting program milestones and launches.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications.
Preferred - Experience supporting exterior vehicle systems, body engineering, closures, trim, or related automotive products.
- Automotive or electric vehicle manufacturing experience.
- Experience supporting product launches through Start of Production (SOP).
- Familiarity with PLM, ERP, and manufacturing execution systems.
- Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of launch readiness processes, cutover planning, and production change implementation.
Work Requirement This role is fully onsite at our Casa Grande, AZ headquarters.
Compensation and Benefits Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
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 Lucids 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.
