Power Electronics Technician: Lab Testing & Analysis

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Power Electronics Technician to join a dynamic team. The role focuses on supporting power electronics lab test setups, performing tests according to plan, and assisting in root-cause analysis for failed units.

The ideal candidate shows a can-do attitude, quickly learns, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to cutting-edge automotive electronics at Lucid’s facilities.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electrical circuits and components.
• Basic understanding of HV and LV wiring and ability to read schematics.
• Experience with setting up and programming thermal chambers.
• Experience with cooling systems (antifreeze, coolant, refrigerant).
• Strong mechanical skills and hands-on mentality.
• Good verbal and written communication; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support test setups for power electronics labs (functional, environmental, thermal, durability).
• Perform and monitor tests per test plan (EOL and thermal measurements).
• Support failure analysis and root cause analysis for failed units/components.
• Wire high voltage cables, coolant lines, and low voltage cables to test stations.
• Troubleshoot potential setup errors and prepare harnesses/connectors.
• Maintain lab organization following 5S methodology.
• Contribute to development of advanced electronics products.

Skills

Electrical basics

HV wiring

Lab testing

Troubleshooting

Thermal chambers

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Job description

Lucid Motors is seeking a Power Electronics Technician to join a dynamic team. The role focuses on supporting power electronics lab test setups, performing tests according to plan, and assisting in root-cause analysis for failed units.

The ideal candidate shows a can-do attitude, quickly learns, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to cutting-edge automotive electronics at Lucid’s facilities.