Lead CNC Laboratory Technician to support advanced manufacturing and research programmes. The role focuses on CNC machining, CAD and CAM integration, and the production of precision components, tooling and fixtures.
Compensation
Salary/annum: Min £39,500 - Max £45,000.00
Responsibilities
Interpret engineering drawings and CAD models
Translate CAD models into efficient machining strategies using CNC equipment and offline programming tools
Provide technical leadership across machining activities
Ensure high quality outputs that meet strict tolerance and performance requirements
Lead and manage the operation of the Lathe Machining cell, overseeing production schedules, quality standards, and team performance to achieve production targets.
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with experience
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operation of the Mazak Lathe and Turning Centers machining cell
Supervise and mentor a team of machinists, operators, and technicians
Develop CNC programs and manufacturing processes for new and legacy parts
Program parts and fixtures using CAM software such as MasterCAM
Optimize feeds, speeds, and processes for maximum efficiency
Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Formal machining training or certification
Nice to have: Formal machining training or certification
Develop, validate, optimize, and maintain Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs and dimensional inspection methods for vehicle launch and series production at Lucid Motors.
Compensation
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.
Responsibilities
Develop, prove out, validate, optimize, document, and maintain CMM programs using approved CAD models, engineering drawings, GD&T, measurement plans, and acceptance criteria.
Define robust part alignments, datum structures, probing strategies, feature constructions, scanning paths, clearance moves, measurement sequences, and reporting outputs.
Create and maintain inspection programs for stamped panels, Body-in-White (BIW), closures, assemblies, fixtures, tooling, master parts, Powertrain components, and investigation samples.
Validate new and revised programs through feature verification, repeatability studies, correlation, peer review, and comparison with approved reference methods.
Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, special characteristics, tolerance requirements, and dimensional control plans to ensure complete measurement coverage.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Metrology, or a related discipline.
