Senior Aerodynamics Engineer – CFD & Wind Tunnel

Lucid Motors USA, Inc.

Newark, Northern (CA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 144,000 - 198,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance
Life and disability coverage
Paid time off & holidays
Paid sick leave
401(k) retirement plan
Equity program
Discretionary annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking an experienced Sr. Engineer, Aerodynamics to join our Aerodynamics team. You will contribute to the aerodynamic performance development of our vehicles and help design, test, and implement innovative aerodynamic solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration across design studios and suppliers to achieve robust CFD processes and accurate simulations. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years at the Senior Engineer level (8+ years for higher roles) with a strong CAD and CFD

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of related experience for Senior Engineer level
  • 8+ years for Technical Specialist level
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aerodynamics Engineering
  • Experience in automotive or motorsport is essential
  • Solid understanding of aerodynamic fundamentals, CFD techniques, and wind tunnel testing
  • Ability to create CAD models to an excellent standard
  • Working knowledge of various CFD software
  • Experience with wind tunnel and track testing
  • Strong teamwork, communication and reporting skills

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the aerodynamic design and development of world class vehicles
  • Design, optimize, test, validate and implement innovative aerodynamic solutions into production
  • Develop robust CFD processes for accurate vehicle simulations
  • Collaborate with design studio, engineers, and suppliers in a multidisciplinary environment

Skills

CFD
Wind tunnel testing
Aerodynamics fundamentals
CAD modeling
Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Job description

Lucid Motors is seeking an experienced Sr. Engineer, Aerodynamics to join our Aerodynamics team. You will contribute to the aerodynamic performance development of our vehicles and help design, test, and implement innovative aerodynamic solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration across design studios and suppliers to achieve robust CFD processes and accurate simulations. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years at the Senior Engineer level (8+ years for higher roles) with a strong CAD and CFD

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