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Project Manager – Powertrain Operational Excellence

Project Manager – Powertrain Operational Excellence

CompanyLucid Motors
LocationNewark, CA, USA
Salary$99800 – $137280
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience in project management, operations, or process improvement—preferably in EV, automotive, or manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with Powertrain systems or engineering/manufacturing workflows is a strong plus.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams across departments.
  • Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and spreadsheets; familiarity with reporting and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
  • Understanding of financial coordination for projects, including Opex/Capex tracking and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and support Powertrain operational improvement projects that enhance execution, reduce inefficiencies, and align with strategic goals.
  • Identify and document process gaps; propose and help implement improvements to increase operational performance and standardization.
  • Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and finance to ensure alignment and timely execution of strategic initiatives.
  • Track and report on project progress using Jira, Confluence, and similar tools.
  • Collaborate with finance and functional leads to monitor Opex and Capex spending, ensuring project execution aligns with approved budgets.
  • Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and scalable workflows that support consistent execution.
  • Prepare performance reports and operational dashboards to support planning reviews and leadership updates.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is desirable.