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Lucid Motors

Staff HV & Charging Systems Engineer

Lucid Motors, Newark, CA


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 currently seeking a High Voltage & Charging Systems Engineer. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong understanding of high voltage automotive systems, and the challenges of integrating such systems within a vehicle. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.RequiredBe part of a passionate and highly driven team of multi-disciplinary engineers developing the next generation HV system and architecture.Lead a team in delivery of the HV charging system engineering deliverables including defining use cases, system diagrams, requirements, DVP&R, EOL, FMEA.Act as main interface between the HV systems team and cross functional stakeholders.Define interfaces between electrical, mechanical and software components.Derive subsystem requirements and verification test definitions.Track and communicate sub-system requirements specifications, validation test procedures & requirements verification.Collaborate with program team to develop efficient processes to speed up product development cycles .Create and maintain documentation strategy of product specifications, test and data analysis results.Qualifications5+ years of experience in HV systems and/or automotive industriesPassion for driving elegant system design from product to engineering solution.Solid understanding of engineering first principles and system engineering.Fundamental understanding of battery technology, high-voltage safety and charging controls.Familiarity of EV charging standards and protocols. (CCS, J1772, ISO 15118 etc.)Understanding of high voltage distribution hardware and software system engineering.Experience performing or participating in DFMEA and building DVP&R for high voltage systems.Ability to quickly comprehend complex systems, identify problems and effectively coordinate an action plan to drive decisions.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both technical and non-technical environments.Ability to solve open-ended engineering problems using systems level thinking.A detail-oriented personality with solid documentation and reporting skills.Ownership mindset, enthusiasm, and a collaborative spirit.PreferredExperience with hardware-related system development (e.g., complex control units, vehicle electrical architecture, etc.)Vehicle data logging, calibration and data analysis using Vector tool chain or similar.Experience defining test plans, designing test setups, and analyzing data.Knowledge of automotive and safety standards and regulations (e.g., ISO, IEC, UL, SAE, GB, etc.)Experience with product failure analysisExperience managing product development cyclesExperience with automated requirements management tools (e.g., JAMA, Cameo, Polarion, etc.)Experience with Atlassian Software (JIRA, Confluence)EducationBS (and preferably MS or PhD) in a relevant engineering discipline 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)$156,600—$229,680 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.