About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
We are looking for a Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Technician to help develop a state-of-the-art electric vehicle with a passionate team. Our ideal candidate understands vehicle suspension, steering and brake systems—preferably with motorsport or dynamics tuning experience.
The Role
- Support preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
- Perform and streamline component swaps (springs, stabilizer bars, dampers, bushings, etc.) during tuning sessions
- Collaborate with development team to deliver world-class ride and handling attributes
- Travel and/or transport vehicles to test tracks around the country, including proving grounds, winter test, press events, and racetracks
- Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles: accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, pressure transducers, CAN, etc.
- Troubleshoot and document mechanical and electric issues, including fabrication where necessary
- Drive vehicles to evaluate vehicle health status, test features
- Create and develop service and maintenance documents (service manual procedure, containments, etc.)
- Critical thinking skills without instruction manuals or workbooks
Qualifications
- Automotive technician degree or equivalent work experience
- Proven record of innovation and problem solving
- Experience with high-performance or luxury vehicles
- Ability to travel (40-50%)
- Own a professional automotive toolbox
- Available to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when needed
- Technical and mechanical skill-set
- Proficient with hand and power tools
- Able to handle numerous ambiguity projects simultaneously with ease
- Extremely high attention to safety and details
- Proof of excellence in your past position
- Experience using electrical test equipment
Advantageous
- Motorsport background
- Working knowledge of CAN, electronics, and data logging
- Fabrication skills
- Understanding of high-voltage vehicle systems
- Wire harness building (soldering, crimping, splicing) etc.
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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