Technical Specialist, Coverstock

The role

This person will support the organization with coverstock expertise and own all aspects related to coverstock materials, application, and processing from concept to product launch. The role involves leading coverstock development, material specification, and design optimization within the Polymer Technology team.

What you will do

• Lead coverstock development and implementation
• Cover material specification, vetting, selection, and qualification
• Perform design optimization, testing, DFM, and process improvements
• Provide technical guidance and education on materials and processing
• Solve problems and participate in holistic decision-making processes
• Write and maintain standardization documents for coverstock materials and processes

Required qualifications

• B.S. in polymer engineering, textile engineering, material science or related field
• 8+ years’ experience supporting multiple systems across the vehicle in coverstock materials, engineering design, tooling, process and testing
• Experience leading material selection and shaping material/design/process/tooling strategy
• Must have worked in automotive development environment through complete product development process from concept to launch
• Good knowledge of coverstock materials (coated rolled goods, woven textiles, non-wovens)
• Proven experience developing new coverstock construction specific to automotive seating and trim applications
• Familiar with flat stock requirements and part design rules for function, manufacturing, and cost optimization
• Hands-on experience with secondary processes (lamination, wrapping, glueing/welding, back-injection)
• Confidence selecting material characterization standards to compile test programs
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% if needed

Nice to have

• M.S. or PhD in relevant field
• Experience developing and implementing new test methods and material characterization

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off
• Salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program
• Eligible employees may participate in a discretionary annual cash incentive program

About the company

Lucid creates mobility experiences through innovation and proprietary technology. The company uses a deep vertical integration approach with design, engineering, and production happening in-house.