Sr. Mechanical Engineer, HV Battery

Lucid Motors; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 133,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in luxury electric vehicles as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the HV Battery team. You'll design and develop cutting-edge battery components, driving innovation and collaboration across teams. This role offers a chance to impact the future of mobility while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vacation

401k

Equity Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of core HV battery components from concept to production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

Job description

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Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the HV Battery team, you will take ownership of designing and developing state-of-the-art battery components and systems. You will drive every stage of the process, from concept to production, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create solutions that bolster Lucid’s dominance in the EV world. If you’re an engineer who thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork, we’d love to have you on our team!

Role

• Design Ownership: Lead the design of core HV battery components, such as Battery Disconnect Units, busbars, plastic housings and isolators, harnesses, and connectors, from initial concept through production.
• Innovation & Optimization: Continuously optimize designs for cost and performance without sacrificing safety or reliability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with electrical engineers, quality assurance, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Prototyping & Testing: Design prototypes, create 3D CAD models, and develop test plans to validate designs. Drive changes based on test results and real-world feedback.
• Continuous Learning: Embrace new challenges and expand your engineering skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a major contributor in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Engineering Fundamentals: Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including structural, thermal, and mechatronic design.
• CAD Proficiency: Strong skills in 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA, 3DX, or similar) and familiarity with GD&T principles.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, sheet metal stamping, die casting, and more.
• Problem-Solving: Experience with root cause analysis methods (e.g., 8D, FMEA) and ability to apply them to complex technical challenges.
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Hands-On Experience: Proficiency with prototyping and shop tools to develop and validate designs.
  
  

Preferred

• Battery Design: Experience in designing high-voltage batteries or battery disconnect components (60VDC+).
• Automotive Engineering: Familiarity with automotive product validation processes (environmental testing, shock/drop testing, etc.).
• Electronics Integration: Experience integrating mechanical designs with high-voltage electrical systems.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  
  

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$133,400 - $183,300 USD

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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