Sr Automation Engineers, PWT

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At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s 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 integrity. In 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 production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

Position Overview

The Sr Automation Engineer, Powertrain owns PLC architecture, SCADA, historian, MES-OT integration, OT cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0 deployment across AMP-2 Powertrain equipment — covering both Drive Unit and HV Battery assembly shops. Joining a greenfield facility, this engineer builds the automation stack from first commissioning through volume ramp to June 2027 SOP, ensuring standards, uptime, cybersecurity, and data integration for a Factory-4.0-ready plant. The role operates through disciplined change control, objective launch evidence, cross-functional problem solving, and structured transfer of technical ownership to the Saudi workforce.

Key Responsibilities

PLC Architecture & Standards

Define and enforce PLC architecture and coding standards across Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000

Own safety PLC deployment (Siemens F, Rockwell GuardLogix, Beckhoff TwinSAFE) and functional safety compliance

Maintain PLC program library, version-control repository, and control-system change management

Lead FAT / SAT for all automated Powertrain equipment

SCADA, Historian & MES Integration

Own SCADA architecture and standards (Ignition, WinCC, or FactoryTalk View SE)

Deploy and maintain historian systems (OSIsoft PI, Ignition Historian, or equivalent) for machine performance data

Own MES integration for production tracking, quality traceability, and machine-signal integration (OPC-UA, SQL)

OT Cybersecurity

Enforce OT cybersecurity standards

Implement network segmentation, secure remote access, and patch management for OT assets

Coordinate with IT/OT security team on vulnerability management and incident response

IIoT & Industry 4.0 Deployment

Drive IIoT deployment: machine connectivity, digital dashboards, predictive analytics, and OEE monitoring

Partner with Data Engineering on data pipelines, tags, and analytics use cases

Sponsor Industry 4.0 use cases: predictive maintenance, digital SPC, and closed-loop process control

Vision Systems & Robotics Integration Support

Deploy and maintain machine vision systems (like Cognex and Keyence) for inspection, verification, and traceability

Support robot - PLC integration for FANUC and ABB cells (safety, HMI, and I/O interfaces)

HV Safety & Compliance

Enforce HV LOTO, HVIL continuity, and mandatory HV PPE for all work on or near EV Powertrain equipment

Comply with SASO, Saudi MOI, and functional safety standards

Support HV emergency response including thermal runaway isolation and battery-related incident procedures

Achieve and maintain HV safety competency appropriate to scope of work

Controls Engineering Depth & Lifecycle Governance

Architect PLC/HMI code, state machines, alarms, diagnostics, recipes and recovery sequences; conduct peer review and enforce modular coding standards.

Own industrial networks, managed switches, addressing, interfaces, time synchronization and end-to-end MES handshakes, etc

Validate functional safety changes, safety requirement traceability and proof-test evidence under formal authorization.

Launch Governance, Change Control & Operational Readiness

Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, equipment acceptance, Safe Launch, run-at-rate and capacity verification with objective evidence and disciplined punch-list closure.

Control production, process, software and test changes through documented risk assessment, approvals, validation, revision history and rollback or containment planning.

Participate in readiness reviews, Layered Process Audits, Process Confirmation, etc.

Support AMP-2 Safe Launch activities, run-at-rate events, and capacity verification within scope

Contribute to Launch Readiness Reviews, Layered Process Audits, and Process Confirmation routines

Collaborate across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS, IT/OT, MES, Supply Chain, Product Engineering and suppliers.

Safety, Quality, Data Integrity & Compliance

Apply role-specific HV LOTO/HVIL, machine safety, stored-energy isolation, electrical safe-work and PPE requirements; never bypass safety devices or product protections.

Protect product genealogy, calibrated-tool status, test/measurement integrity, document control and audit-ready objective evidence.

Comply with applicable AMP-2, SASO, Saudi labor/EHS, IATF 16949, IEC 60204 and functional-safety requirements within assigned scope.

Saudization, Capability Transfer & Collaboration

Build Saudi national capability through structured OJT, ILU/skills matrices, practical assessment, certification, cross-training and documented knowledge transfer.

Skills

Deep PLC expertise across at least two of Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000

Strong SCADA and historian experience (Ignition preferred)

MES integration

OT cybersecurity experience

Machine vision and robotics-integration experience

Strong analytical and structured troubleshooting mindset

Technical standards, structured problem solving, risk-based decision making and controlled documentation

Data literacy: KPI definition, trend analysis, evidence-based validation and clear executive/shop-floor communication

Cross-functional influence, supplier coordination and disciplined ownership in a greenfield launch environment

Coaching, competency assessment and knowledge transfer in a multicultural English/Arabic workplace

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Control, or Mechatronics Engineering

5-8 years in PLC-based industrial automation; 3+ years in greenfield launch environments

Demonstrated experience with MES integration, and safety PLC deployment

Fluent in English; Arabic strongly preferred

Preferred EV Powertrain equipment experience

Demonstrated experience with commissioning, FAT/SAT, launch, production readiness or high-volume manufacturing ramp within the role discipline

Working knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP/change control, machine/HV safety and traceability requirements applicable to the role

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, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s 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.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all