Sr. Vehicle Quality Specialist Engineer, Thermal Systems

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt 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.We are seeking a Vehicle Quality Specialist for Thermal Systems to lead the resolution of complex issues related to Powertrain Thermal Systems. In this role, you will validate the effectiveness of hardware and software fixes, track customer satisfaction, and reduce warranty costs associated with thermal systems. As the quality technical expert, you will analyze warranty parts, investigate field incidents, and work closely with cross-functional teams including Design, Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Service to drive resolution of complex issues.You will work with cross-functional teams and communicate progress to leadership at all levels. You will be responsible for achieving quality objectives and representing the Voice of the Customer (VOC) to drive improvements in product, process, and equipment. Your role will also involve define actions to lower warranty expense, develop inspection metrics, conducting vehicle audits, and feeding market quality experience into new model design specifications. Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required is essentialYou WiIl:Resolve complex Thermal Systems related vehicle issuesValidate that Thermal Systems hardware/software implemented fixes are effective,Track down customer satisfaction and warranty costs reduction impact with regards to Thermal SystemsBe the Thermal Systems quality technical expertWarranty part return tear-down and analysisField incident scrambles and investigationCultivate a synchronized relationship with cross-functional stakeholders including Design and Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Service and Quality with the objective of driving issues to a resolutionLead Cross-Functional Teams to resolution of complex and/or chronic issues for thermal systems in an accelerated paceConsolidate inputs and material from cross-functional teams to create presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholdersCommunicate progress and status at all leadership levels including the C-SuiteBe responsible for Quality Objective achievement (3Months-in-Service, Consumer Reports) for motor-controlRepresent the Voice of the Customer (VOC) and drive feedback to Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams in order to catalyze improvements in product, process & equipmentDefine and implement inspection metrics, constantly striving for higher quality Vehicle auditsFeed market quality experience into new model design specificationsAbility to travel domestically and internationally as requiredYou Bring:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required (Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Management or similar)Technical Master’s degree preferred5+ years of relevant development and technical experience in HVAC systems, Electric powertrain thermal management and other relevant systems (Preferred)Outstanding technical problem-solving abilities based in a strong grasp of engineering fundamentalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProactive mindset and strong work ethicAbility to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing environmentStrong technical understanding of the fundamentals of electric powertrain systems, thermal management, HVAC systems and thermal control algorithmsExperience working with data acquisition systemsSystems approach to engineering product development, including demonstrated ability to bring together teams from different engineering disciplinesDemonstrated experience of engineering problem solvingStrong analytical and quantitative skills with ability to drive decisions using data and metricsExcellent organizational and interpersonal skillsGoal-oriented self-starter and motivatorField quality experiencePreferred Qualifications:8+ years of relevant automotive development experience in HVAC, EV Powertrain thermal management or other relevant systemsExperience in two full product development cycles for automotive HVAC and thermal management systems Previous direct involvement in product launch for mass productionExperience with DFMEA, 8D, DOE other structured evaluation and problem-solving methodologiesSix Sigma / Black BeltTechnical Master’s degreeOEM experienceAt 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.Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.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.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)Base Pay Range (Annual)$133,400—$200,200 USDBy Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Candidate Privacy Notice.To all recruitment agencies: 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.