Lucid Motors
Sr. Vehicle Development Engineer, Vehicle Test
Lucid Motors, Wittmann, Arizona, United States, 85361
Sr. Vehicle Development Engineer, Vehicle Test
Wittmann, AZ
Leading 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.
Responsibilities
Own the test vehicle fleet of a program, track and report fleet status to program teams.
Work with the Fleet Management team to ensure all test vehicles are updated with the required hardware and software configurations to meet test requirements.
Create vehicle test plans for the program through the entire development process.
Support collation of program Design Verification/Validation Plan (DVP) test items.
Actively field test requests from other teams and assign test requests to junior members based on availability.
Ensure vehicles are set up correctly by junior engineers to meet all test requirements.
Lead all program test activities, maximizing utilization, test safety, and efficiency.
Support cross‑functional teams for gathering test requirements, executing tests, and keeping all relevant stakeholders updated on progress.
Execute vehicle‑level test plans in lab, proving grounds, and public road settings.
Collect accurate vehicle data per test requirements, troubleshoot issues, and provide feedback to the relevant stakeholders.
Document all test results and create technical reports in a clear and concise manner.
Identify and report all issues with relevant details, data, and test logs.
Maintain a summary of triaged program issues, report, elevate, and advocate for issue resolution by program milestones.
Track and report DVP status, program readiness, and risks to all relevant stakeholders.
Travel domestically and internationally to test sites and fleet drives as needed.
Mentor junior engineers throughout the vehicle development process.
Drive organizational or procedural improvements identified through various activities.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in the automotive or relevant industry.
Experience with vehicle testing on proving grounds and fleet drives.
Strong understanding of vehicle systems and system interactions.
Strong understanding of vehicle testing standards.
Strong data analysis and reporting experience.
Strong knowledge of automotive testing instrumentation and tools.
Experience setting up vehicles for specific test requirements.
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills coupled with a strong work ethic.
Detail‑oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and resources simultaneously.
Self‑starter with high levels of motivation and comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects.
Bachelor of Science minimum in a relevant science or engineering field.
Preferred
Experience testing fully electric vehicles.
Licensed by an OEM/Supplier/professional authority to drive prototype test vehicles.
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
Additional Compensation and Benefits Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401(k). 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 At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity – we celebrate it! 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.
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Leading 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.
Responsibilities
Own the test vehicle fleet of a program, track and report fleet status to program teams.
Work with the Fleet Management team to ensure all test vehicles are updated with the required hardware and software configurations to meet test requirements.
Create vehicle test plans for the program through the entire development process.
Support collation of program Design Verification/Validation Plan (DVP) test items.
Actively field test requests from other teams and assign test requests to junior members based on availability.
Ensure vehicles are set up correctly by junior engineers to meet all test requirements.
Lead all program test activities, maximizing utilization, test safety, and efficiency.
Support cross‑functional teams for gathering test requirements, executing tests, and keeping all relevant stakeholders updated on progress.
Execute vehicle‑level test plans in lab, proving grounds, and public road settings.
Collect accurate vehicle data per test requirements, troubleshoot issues, and provide feedback to the relevant stakeholders.
Document all test results and create technical reports in a clear and concise manner.
Identify and report all issues with relevant details, data, and test logs.
Maintain a summary of triaged program issues, report, elevate, and advocate for issue resolution by program milestones.
Track and report DVP status, program readiness, and risks to all relevant stakeholders.
Travel domestically and internationally to test sites and fleet drives as needed.
Mentor junior engineers throughout the vehicle development process.
Drive organizational or procedural improvements identified through various activities.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in the automotive or relevant industry.
Experience with vehicle testing on proving grounds and fleet drives.
Strong understanding of vehicle systems and system interactions.
Strong understanding of vehicle testing standards.
Strong data analysis and reporting experience.
Strong knowledge of automotive testing instrumentation and tools.
Experience setting up vehicles for specific test requirements.
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills coupled with a strong work ethic.
Detail‑oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and resources simultaneously.
Self‑starter with high levels of motivation and comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects.
Bachelor of Science minimum in a relevant science or engineering field.
Preferred
Experience testing fully electric vehicles.
Licensed by an OEM/Supplier/professional authority to drive prototype test vehicles.
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
Additional Compensation and Benefits Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401(k). 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 At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity – we celebrate it! 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.
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