Staff Technical Project Manager, Manufacturing Powertrain

The Staff Technical Project Manager (PWT) at Lucid Motors is responsible for overseeing a team of Technical Program Managers, ensuring that all projects align with the company's strategic objectives. This includes managing project timelines, tracking performance metrics, and maintaining open communication with upper management. You’ll also work on risk management, project prioritization, and standardizing reporting processes, all while fostering a collaborative environment for innovation.

To qualify for the Staff Technical Project Manager position at Lucid Motors, candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related field, along with 7-12 years of experience in technical program management within manufacturing environments. Experience leading teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously is crucial. Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Atlassian, and Smartsheet is essential for effective execution and reporting.

Lucid Motors achieves efficient project execution for the Staff Technical Project Manager role by employing a structured management approach that focuses on clear communication, resource balancing, and proactive risk monitoring. By utilizing tools such as Jira and Smartsheet, the Staff TPM can keep track of project statuses and facilitate collaboration across various teams, ensuring that projects meet operational goals and deadlines.

The work culture for a Staff Technical Project Manager at Lucid Motors is highly collaborative and innovative, fostering an environment where creativity and problem-solving thrive. You’ll work alongside some of the industry’s brightest minds, all while being supported in your professional development. Lucid Motors values sustainability and commitment to excellence, making it a perfect fit for individuals passionate about making a meaningful impact in the automotive sector.

Key skills for the Staff Technical Project Manager position at Lucid Motors include strong leadership abilities to guide a team of TPMs, excellent communication skills for presenting complex information to senior leadership, and analytical skills for KPI tracking and data-driven decision-making. A thorough understanding of project management methodologies and tools, along with a strategic mindset, is essential for aligning projects with business objectives.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of projects you have managed, highlighting your role in team coordination, project prioritization, and outcome achievements. Discuss how you utilized project management tools to enhance efficiency and maintain communication.

In your answer, discuss your strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks. Provide examples of how you have actively managed risks in past projects and the impact it had on project success.

Be prepared to share a specific scenario where you successfully aligned projects with broader business goals. Discuss the methods you employed to communicate these objectives to your team and how you ensured they were met.

Mention tools such as Jira, Atlassian, and Smartsheet that you are familiar with. Discuss how you have used these tools for effective project tracking, reporting, and communication, providing concrete examples where possible.

Discuss your conflict resolution strategies, including communication approaches, mediation, and fostering a collaborative environment. Provide an example that showcases your ability to handle conflict constructively.

Explain the types of KPIs you consider vital to your projects and how you go about tracking and analyzing these metrics. Share any tools or processes you have previously used for data-driven decision-making.

Share a specific instance where you implemented a change or strategy that led to a measurable improvement in project efficiency. Detail the steps you took and the results achieved.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining transparency and consistency in communication with upper management, including the types of updates you provide, frequency of reporting, and how you tailor information based on their needs.

Provide examples of working with various teams, such as engineering or operations, to achieve a common goal. Highlight your role in facilitating collaboration and the benefits it brought to the projects.

Articulate your passion for innovative electric vehicles and sustainability. Discuss what aspects of Lucid Motors' culture and vision align with your professional goals and values.