Lucid Motors is seeking a highly motivated Lead Prototype Machinist, Vehicle Integration with an understanding of fundamental shop knowledge who can be mentored. This position will report to the Machine Shop Supervisor. The ideal candidate is extremely hands-on with solid experience in CNC and manual machining.
The Role:
Work from solid models, technical drawings, engineering sketches, and other such documentation to produce a variety of prototype and production parts
Analyze written specifications, drawings, rough sketches, and verbal instructions to determine operation sequences
Work with tolerances of +/- .10 mm in most cases with less frequent requirements of +/-.01 mm
Set up and operate manual mills and lathes with proficiency
Finish, deburr and clean parts as required
Verify part conformance using machinist's measuring instruments
Maintain a tidy and safe work environment
Develop and maintain supportive, professional relationships with technicians, designers and engineers
Qualifications:
5+ years experience as a Machinist
Some degree of proficiency with MasterCam, Fusion 360 or other CAM software, along with parametric programming-macros using G/M code
Machine setup and operation including tool setup
Ability to machine parts to specification working from CAD files, mechanical drawings and sketches
Ability to read, understand, and create technical mechanical drawings, including orthographic projections, sectional views, part notes and dimensions and tolerances
Skills in workpiece fixturing
Understanding of milling, turning, single-point threading, knurling, broaching, grinding, cutting, etc. and detailed functional knowledge of most common machine shop tools and machines
Familiarity with the setup of manual milling machines and lathes, including squaring vises, tramming heads, use of dividing head, rotary table
Understanding of metrology, GD&T and the ability to use conventional machinist's measuring instruments
Ability to perform calculations using geometry, trigonometry, algebra, and basic mathematics
Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
Advantageous:
Completion of AA degree or equivalent is a plus
Welding experience a plus