Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Dyno

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Drive Unit Dyno in King Abdullah Economic City. The role focuses on the development and optimization of dynamometer testing systems for electric drive units. Candidates should have 5–8 years of experience in powertrain testing and strong analytical skills. Competitive benefits include medical insurance and participation in equity programs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Vacation and paid time off

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in powertrain testing or manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, Six Sigma, DOE).
• Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of dynamometer testing systems.
• Collaborate with teams to conduct performance tests.
• Maintain documentation for test setups and calibration records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Hands-on experience with dynamometer systems

Experience in powertrain testing

Automation and data acquisition

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At 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.

Responsibilities

• As the Sr. Manufacturing Engineer for Drive Unit Dyno, you will lead the development, commissioning, and optimization of dynamometer testing systems for electric drive units. This role is critical to validating the performance, durability, and efficiency of motors and gearboxes, ensuring readiness for high-volume production and alignment with Lucid’s quality and innovation standards.
• Lead setup, calibration, and operation of dynamometer systems for drive units
• Collaborate with the testing and engineering teams to conduct performance tests, including torque, speed, thermal behavior, and efficiency
• Perform testing, diagnose and analyze test data, and resolve issues with dyno systems and drive units
• Work with engineering teams to validate new drive unit designs and testing configurations
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures for dyno testing
• Ensure consistency, repeatability, and compliance with industry standards
• Integrate dyno systems with auxiliary test equipment and line automation
• Conduct cycle time studies, line balancing, and layout engineering
• Support FAT, TTO, and MRD milestones for launch events and programs
• Assist maintenance and reliability engineering teams in sustaining dyno equipment
• Maintain documentation for test setups, calibration records, and data logs
• Interface with Product Engineering, NPI, Logistics, and Facilities teams
• Participate in CAPEX planning and execution for drive unit testing infrastructure
• Engage in weekly syncs and committee reviews to align on quality and supplier readiness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, STEM, or a related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience
• 5–8 years of experience in powertrain testing or manufacturing
• Hands-on experience with dynamometer systems and electric drive units
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, Six Sigma, DOE)
• Experience in launch, automation, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Ability to travel 25% of the time

Benefits

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.)