Technical Project Manager, Ignition Systems

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

 

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Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and certified Technical Project Manager to lead and deliver Ignition Perspective-based projects within our Manufacturing Technology portfolio. This role will focus on systems such as Asset Performance Management (APM), Factory Information & Analytics, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES). You will act as a product owner, collaborating with cross-functional teams—from plant operations to senior leadership—to define product roadmaps, gather requirements, and drive successful implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions.

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You Will

• Lead end-to-end project management for Ignition Perspective-based solutions across manufacturing systems.
• Define and manage product roadmaps in collaboration with stakeholders and development teams.
• Conduct detailed requirements gathering sessions with operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Oversee development, testing, deployment, and support of MES, CMMS, APM, and analytics platforms.
• Ensure alignment of project goals with broader Industry 4.0 strategies and digital transformation initiatives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, risks, and resources effectively.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to best practices in manufacturing systems integration.

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You Have

• Proven experience in technical project management within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Ignition Core Certification (preferred).
• Strong understanding of MES, CMMS, OEE, downtime reporting, and factory analytics.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts, including IIoT, edge computing, and smart manufacturing.
• Experience acting as a product manager or owner for technical platforms.
• Strong experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) for project tracking and documentation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with senior leadership.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements and actionable development plans.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  • 8+ years in technical project management and relevant manufacturing systems.
  • Proven experience with the Ignition platform and its core modules.
  • Strong understanding of SCADA/HMI systems and industrial automation protocols (OPC/UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
  • Prior experience in Automotive Manufacturing with knowledge of OEE, MTTR, MTFB, and other performance metrics.
  • Experience in SAP integrations, REST API connectivity, and SQL query development.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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