Lucid Motors

Test Engineer II, Vehicle Efficiency Engineering

Lucid Motors$117K — $161K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience with commercial CFD software
  • Strong problem-solving passion and desire to learn
  • Proven expertise in modeling and simulation
  • In-depth knowledge of physics and modeling techniques
  • Exceptional communication skills in varied environments
  • Experience working collaboratively with hardware and software teams
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Perform CFD simulations on HVAC and thermal systems
  • Develop and maintain system models for electric vehicle challenges
  • Build tools for pre-processing simulation parameters and post-processing results
  • Analyze parameter effects on component and system behavior
  • Collaborate across departments to create and validate models
  • Couple effects of various systems in electric vehicles
  • Work with testing teams to validate models through vehicle tests

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Participation in equity program and discretionary annual cash incentive program
Full Job Description
Job Description:

We are currently seeking a talented and passionate Modeling Engineer to join the Vehicle Efficiency Engineering team. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop, validate, and utilize models of physical systems in the vehicle, to address design and performance questions. 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.

The Vehicle Efficiency Engineering (VEE) team is responsible for vehicle-level attributes that directly impact efficiency, performance, and customer experience. Working closely with product development, manufacturing, testing, validation, and attribute teams, Efficiency Engineering plays a critical role in delivering efficient, high-performing vehicles that meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements. Through a combination of engineering expertise, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration, the team influences key decisions from concept development through production launch and beyond.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform CFD simulations on HVAC and thermal system components and subsystems.
  • Develop and maintain system models to solve mechanical, electrical, and thermal problems in electric vehicles.
  • Build tools to support the pre-processing of simulation parameters and the post-processing of simulation results.
  • Analyze the effect of changing parameters on the behavior of single components and complete systems.
  • Collaborate with multiple engineering departments to understand physics, create models, and collect parameters for system level modeling.
  • Couple the effects of different systems in an EV, including motor, gearbox, inverter, battery, charger, chassis, cooling, HVAC, and controls.
  • Collaborate with vehicle testing teams to instrument vehicles and carry on tests to correlate and validate models.


Required Qualifications:
  • Experience with commercial CFD software.
  • Passion for problem-solving, and curiosity to learn
  • Expertise in modeling and simulation.
  • Deep understanding of physics and modeling techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills in both technical and non-technical environments.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with hardware, software, and test teams.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.


Highly Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience and passion for hands-on work.
  • Experience and knowledge of electric vehicles including batteries, drive units, motor control, and power electronics.
  • Fundamental knowledge in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and energy systems.
  • Experience in HVAC and comfort modeling.


Education:
  • Bachelor's degree with some experience or master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace Engineering, or a related 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.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$117,100-$161,040 USD

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, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. 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.

To all recruitment agencies:Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About Lucid Motors

Lucid Motors is an American electric vehicle manufacturer that designs and produces luxury electric cars. The company's flagship vehicle, the Lucid Air, is a high-performance electric sedan that is designed to compete with other luxury electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model S. The Lucid Air is expected to have a range of over 500 miles on a single charge and will be available in several different configurations. The company was founded in 2007 by Bernard Tse and Sam Weng and is headquartered in Newark, California.
Learn more about Lucid Motors
Size
2,000 employees
Market Cap
$10.7 billion
Industry
Founded
2007
NASDAQ

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