Lead Battery Test & Validation Engineer

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Equity program

Discretionary annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, CA is seeking a Senior Battery Design Validation Lead to drive end-to-end testing of battery modules and packs. You will plan, execute, and optimize environmental, electrical, and mechanical tests in alignment with program milestones.

You’ll mentor teammates, strengthen test methods, and ensure adherence to standards such as UN 38.3 and UNECE regulations while collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, safe energy storage

Qualifications

• 3+ years (post Masters/PhD) or 5+ years (post Bachelors) experience in a relevant battery testing or associated role.
• Experience in leading, executing and reviewing tests.
• Able to compile clear and detailed test-plans.
• Hands on experience with testing equipment and methods, including cyclers and automation.
• High level of mathematical and data analysis capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced startup environment with frequent prioritization adjustments.
• Knowledge of test standards and regulations: UN 38.3, UNECE R100 Rev5

Responsibilities

• Lead battery design validation across sub-components, modules and pack level tests.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external testing activities aligned with program milestones.
• Lead improvements in procedures and test methods for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Analyze test data and provide feedback into product and performance development.
• Maintain test equipment and plan future expansion of testing capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reporting standards.
• Mentor team members in battery validation activities.
• Lead high voltage pack tear-downs and post-mortem analysis following abuse testing.
• Ensure familiarity with test methods per regional standards.

Skills

Battery testing

Test planning

Data analysis

Communication

Project ownership

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Python/statistical analysis

Education

Master’s or PhD in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Lucid Motors in Newark, CA is seeking a Senior Battery Design Validation Lead to drive end-to-end testing of battery modules and packs. You will plan, execute, and optimize environmental, electrical, and mechanical tests in alignment with program milestones.

You’ll mentor teammates, strengthen test methods, and ensure adherence to standards such as UN 38.3 and UNECE regulations while collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, safe energy storage