Hardware Engineer

Lucid Motors; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Fremont, CA is seeking an engineering professional to design and validate diagnostic tools for vehicle systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn prototypes into production-grade tools and support fault-tree development and diagnostic workflows.

The role requires 2+ years in automotive diagnostics, strong testing and problem-solving skills, and travel as needed for validation and training. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of automotive diagnostics, troubleshooting, validation, or related technical field.
• Ability to translate requirements into practical tooling solutions for field and production environments.
• Experience using vehicle communication networks (CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet) and diagnostic protocols.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-engineering teams to develop, maintain, and improve diagnostic and service solutions for vehicle systems.
• Support creation, review, and validation of fault trees, diagnostic workflows, troubleshooting guides, and service procedures.
• Take projects from idea to finished product in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Travel as needed to support testing, validation, implementation, or training.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Vehicle networks (CAN, LIN, Automotive

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Jira

Jama

3DEXPERIENCE

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

• Collaborate with Cross-Engineering team in design, prototyping, validation, and production of Service tools.
• Work with vendors and suppliers to efficiently turn prototypes into production tools for the Service environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, maintain, and improve diagnostic and service solutions for vehicle systems.
• Support the creation, review, and validation of fault trees, diagnostic workflows, troubleshooting guides, and service procedures.
• Take projects from idea to finished product as smoothly and quickly as possible.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and contribute effectively within a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Perform under time constraints to produce excellent results

Expectations

• 2+ years of Automotive Experience in automotive diagnostics, troubleshooting, validation, systems engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to identify service and diagnostic needs and translate requirements into practical tooling solutions for field and production environments.
• Ability to independently perform testing, root cause analysis, validation, and issue resolution in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in vehicle communication networks including CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, and diagnostic protocols.
• Ability to analyze complex vehicle systems and translate technical issues into structured diagnostic workflows and fault trees.
• Experience supporting the creation, review, validation, and continuous improvement of diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting content.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support testing, validation, implementation, or training activities.

Advantageous

• Familiarity with engineering processes, testing methodologies, and validation activities.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in vehicle diagnostics.
• Experience developing procedures, work instructions, or training materials.
• Experience supporting field operations, service centers, mobile service teams, or body shop networks.
• Proficient in Jira, Jama, 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX), and other engineering lifecycle management tools.
• Experience working with high-voltage (HV) vehicle systems, electric vehicle architectures, or autonomous vehicle technologies.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Automotive Technology.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Salary Range

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$98,900—$135,960 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.

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

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