Engineering Lab Technician

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking an Engineering Lab Technician to support thermal testing and prototyping for luxury electric vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Automotive Technology and practical experience with fabrication tools, assisting engineers with design issues while ensuring safety standards in the lab.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Equity program eligibility

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of fabrication tools and machinery.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in a shop or field environment.
• Experience working with vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Fabricate and fit metal structures or pipe systems.
• Set up laboratory test benches and execute test procedures.

Skills

Fabrication tools

Equipment maintenance

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Automotive Technology

ASE Certification

Tools

Data acquisition system

LabVIEW

CANalyzer

Job description

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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.

Our Thermal Systems team is seeking an Engineering Technician to support thermal testing, characterization, and prototyping efforts in the development of Lucid products. We encourage candidates who may not meet all the listed requirements but can demonstrate a strong ability to learn quickly on the job to apply.

The Role

• Read and interpret schematics and technical drawings to determine fabrication requirements.
• Measure, cut, drill, bend, and assemble metal components and piping systems using appropriate tools and machines (e.g., saws, grinders, drills, pipe cutters).
• Maintain and repair fabrication tools and equipment.
• Fabricate and fit metal structures or pipe systems based on specifications and tolerances.
• Set up laboratory test benches, instrument the test setup and execute test procedures
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair prototype vehicles and bench systems
• Assist engineers in finding and solving potential design, assembly, and service issues
• Instrument an automobile meant for engineering testing and field support during various test trips
• Order essential supplies and manage all laboratory equipment
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of fabrication tools and machinery.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in a shop or field environment.
• Experience in working with cars,
• Ability to independently execute test procedures under direction of an engineer,
• Ability to travel and drive prototype vehicles – domestic and international,
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, etc...
  
  

Preferred

• Basic knowledge of using Data acquisition system e.g. NI DAQ, Vector tools, Dewesoft,
• Proficiency in basic thermal measurement methodologies, e.g. temperature sensors, pressure transducers and flow meter, using automated data acquisition,
• Familiarity with in-vehicle communication protocols e.g. LIN and CAN,
• Operational knowledge of using test and measurement systems such as LabVIEW and CANalyzer,
• Basic understanding of thermal engineering principles
• Practical knowledge and hands-on experience with refrigeration systems and operating refrigeration equipment
  
  

Education: Preferred: Degree/Experience in Automotive Technology or ASE Certification, or AS/AA and 3+ years related experience

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)

$31—$43 USD

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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