Senior Prototype Driver, Vehicle Development and Test Europe (m/f/d)

Lucid Motors; München; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick leave

401(k) plan

Equity program

Cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Munich seeks a Senior Prototype Driver to support vehicle testing across dynamics, durability, noise and vibration, and performance. You will drive prototypes, prepare vehicles, assist with instrumentation, and collaborate with engineers to collect data and diagnose issues.

The role requires a valid driver’s license with 8+ years of experience, safety-focused driving, and flexibility to work weekends/overtime. Experience with electric vehicles and motorsport is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of driving experience with a clean record
• Ability to drive safely in all weather conditions
• Ability to drive for prolonged periods, routinely exceeding 8 hours
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime
• Good vision, hearing, motor skills, alertness, and driving instinct
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Strong learning agility and problem solving in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

• Test-drive and evaluate prototype vehicles on real-world routes and tracks.
• Conduct safety inspections and document findings clearly.
• Recreate driving scenarios in tests and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and maintenance to keep vehicles field-ready.
• Collect data, map drives, and verify data integrity.
• Drive prototypes on public and private roads to collect data and troubleshoot issues.
• Support vehicle and bench-system diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
• Assist with installation, upgrade, calibration of sensors and ECUs.
• Work across prototype, pre-production, show, and production vehicles in a multidisciplinary environment.

Skills

Driving experience

Safety awareness

Communication skills

GPS operation

Adaptability

Flexible hours

Education

Associate degree or vocational training

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

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.

The Role

Reporting to the Director, Vehicle Development and Test Europe, the Senior Prototype Driver supports vehicle testing across dynamics, durability, noise and vibration, and performance. The role combines prototype driving, vehicle preparation, instrumentation support, data collection, diagnostics, and collaboration with engineers and technicians.

Key Responsibilities

• Test-drive and evaluate prototype vehicles in real-world situations on approved routes and tracks.
• Conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures, and document findings clearly and concisely.
• Recreate driving scenarios in controlled and field tests and provide structured feedback to engineering teams.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and maintenance and keep vehicles ready for field testing.
• Complete manual data collection, mapping drives, and final data-verification drives.
• Drive prototype vehicles on public and private roads to collect data and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Develop and follow team processes and document issues and improvement opportunities.
• Support vehicle and bench-system diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
• Assist with installation, upgrade, calibration, and configuration of sensors, ECUs, and related equipment.
• Work across prototype, pre-production, show, and production vehicles in a multidisciplinary environment.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with at least 8 years of driving experience and a clean driving record.
• Demonstrated Ability to drive safe in all weather conditions.
• Ability to drive for prolonged periods, routinely exceeding 8 hours.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime when required.
• Good vision, hearing, motor skills, alertness, and driving instinct.
• Basic computer skills and ability to operate GPS equipment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong learning agility and the ability to solve new problems in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent vocational training.
• Experience with fully electric vehicles.
• Professional motorsport or race-team experience.
• Fabrication and automotive wiring experience.
• Luxury automotive technician experience.

Lucid Motors is committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy environment. As such, a background check may be required during the hiring process. This will be performed in line with Europe an data protection laws, and candidates will be informed and asked to provide consent before the check is conducted.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays, paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off
• Salaried/exempt employees 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.

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.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations lucidmotors.com . This email address is designated solely for accommod