Senior Vehicle Dynamics Technician - EV Prototyping & Tuning

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, California, is seeking a Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Technician to help develop a state-of-the-art electric vehicle with a passionate team. You will work on suspension, steering and brake systems, with tuning experience.

Travel up to 40-50% for test tracks and events, install data acquisition systems, perform component swaps, document procedures, and collaborate to deliver world-class ride and handling.

Qualifications

• Automotive technician degree or equivalent required.
• Proven ability to innovate and solve problems.
• Experience with high-performance or luxury vehicles.
• Willingness to travel 40-50%.
• Own a professional automotive toolbox.
• Available for overtime, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation, upgrades, and maintenance of dynamics prototype fleet.
• Perform component swaps during tuning sessions.
• Collaborate with development team on ride and handling.
• Travel to test tracks, proving grounds, and events.
• Install data acquisition systems (accelerometers, CAN, etc.).
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues; document procedures.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Diagnostics

Toolbox

High-performance vehicles

Travel readiness

Education

Automotive technician degree or equivalent

Tools

CAN

Data logging

Electrical test equipment

Hand and power tools

Fabrication

Job description

Lucid Motors in Newark, California, is seeking a Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Technician to help develop a state-of-the-art electric vehicle with a passionate team. You will work on suspension, steering and brake systems, with tuning experience.

Travel up to 40-50% for test tracks and events, install data acquisition systems, perform component swaps, document procedures, and collaborate to deliver world-class ride and handling.