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Lucid Motors

Senior Controls Engineer – Motion Controls Architecture

Lucid Motors, Southfield, Michigan, United States, 48076

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Lead the future in luxury electric and mobility 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.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

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.

Senior Controls Engineer – Motion Controls Architecture We are currently seeking a

Senior Controls Engineer

motivated by the application of control theory to achieve desired powertrain performance and vehicle dynamics.

Role

Application of concepts in control theory to a variety of domains like vehicle longitudinal dynamics, handling dynamics, ride dynamics and NVH to achieve desired vehicle attributes

Application of digital signal processing, digital controls and communication protocols to arrive at the best possible controls architecture on hardware and in software

Employ linear analysis techniques and frequency domain analysis

Perform system analysis of the controls architecture to identify noise factors and potential failure modes

Develop requirements and related test cases for features modeled in Matlab/Simulink

Assist integration of features into the controller code base

Occasional travel for vehicle testing

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience with control systems

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or other related technical fields is required

Good knowledge of model-based design using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow

Good understanding of vehicle handling and ride dynamics

Good understanding of state estimation and sensor fusion techniques

Expertise in control theory concepts like classical control theory, modern control theory, MRAC, non-linear control theory, robust control

Working knowledge of powertrain hardware such as motors, gear reductions, shafts, etc.

Working knowledge of chassis hardware such as dampers, springs, anti-roll bars, brakes, steering etc.

Preferred Skills

Experience with Embedded coder in Matlab/Simulink

Experience with rapid prototyping tools such as dSpace

Good understanding of C/C++

Experience with tools like JAMA/JIRA/Git/Confluence

Experience in working with cross functional teams

Common understanding of ISO 26262, Autosar, ASPICE

Knowledge of adaptive filtering is advantageous

Experience with CAN analysis tools like CANoe, CANalyzer, and CANape

Master's degree or higher education is preferred in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or other related technical fields

Experience with performance driving is a plus

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Recruitment Agency Disclaimer Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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