Sr. Mechanical Engineer II, Vehicle HV Distribution

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, CA seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead high-voltage design, including connectors, harnesses, and power distribution.

You will own architecture development, drive validation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, reliable HV systems across Lucid vehicles.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years of experience, strong 3D CAD skills (CATIA), and hands-on problem-solving in high-voltage environments.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in automotive or HV systems.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design and problem-solving.
• Experience designing and packaging vehicle wiring harnesses and related components.
• Strong 3D CAD skills; CATIA proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Own the design of in-house HV connectors and harnesses from concept to production.
• Prototype, test, and validate HV systems including electrical, mechanical, and safety aspects.
• Collaborate with electrical, quality, and manufacturing teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead design reviews.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

DFM

8D analysis

HV design

CATIA

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

ANSYS

Job description

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

About Us

We are at the forefront of electric vehicle innovation and we’re looking for a highly motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and thrive on solving complex challenges, we want to hear from you.

Role Overview

As a member of the High Voltage Design team, you will lead the development of next-generation high-voltage distribution systems including HV connectors, vehicle harnesses, charge ports, and associated electromechanical components. You will be responsible for architecture development, component design, vehicle integration, validation, and launch of critical HV systems that enable safe and reliable power delivery across Lucid vehicle platforms. If you’re the kind of person who sees a problem, develops a solution, and engineers an improvement no one’s asked for yet, then we want to talk with you!

We compromise nothing and heavily value first principles engineering. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude, demonstrates excellence in their respective fields, and possesses the ability to adapt quickly within a fast-paced environment. They are always striving to push the envelope of what’s possible.

Responsibilities

• Own The Design: Take ownership of in-house HV connector designs, routing and optimization of HV harnesses, and related components for next-generation vehicle platforms, ensuring successful implementation from concept to production and beyond
  • Managing every aspect of design engineering from concept to production and beyond.
  • Develop system-level solutions that balance electrical performance, mechanical robustness, manufacturability, cost, serviceability, and customer experience.
  • Lead supplier technical reviews, DFMEA reviews, tooling reviews, validation alignment, and production launch activities.
• Prototype & Test: Design, build, and test your prototypes
  • Define and support executing environmental, vibration, thermal shock, temperature cycling, ingress protection, durability, and mechanical qualification testing
  • Drive design changes based on test results and real-world feedback.
• Innovate & Optimize: Continuously optimize designs for cost and performance without sacrificing safety or reliability.
• Collaborate: Work closely with electrical engineers, quality assurance, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Mentor: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers, lead internal design reviews, and drive engineering decisions through analysis, testing, and first-principles reasoning.
• Continuously Learn: Embrace new challenges and expand your engineering skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally 3-6 years of relevant work experience but open to all levels of experience if paired with strong technical proficiency
• Rock-solid Mechanical Engineering fundamentals and a flair for creative problem-solving
• Experience designing and packaging vehicle wiring harnesses with consideration for routing, retention, serviceability, EMC, thermal environments, crash requirements, and manufacturing constraints.
• Strong 3D CAD skills, proficient with CATIA or similar software
• Proven Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) experience across injection molded plastics, sheet metal, die castings, busbars, and adhesives.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis methods, such as 8D

Preferred

• Experience with automotive engineering
• Experience with battery disconnect units, HV junction boxes, and vehicle power distribution architectures
• Strong understanding of high-voltage design principles including creepage and clearance, touch-safe architectures, HVIL systems, shielding, grounding, insulation systems, and electrical safety requirements.
• Experience designing HV connectors, cable assemblies, charge ports, or vehicle HV harness systems
• Understanding of connector contact mechanics, mating forces, sealing performance, vibration durability, and current carrying capability.
• Experience with FEA using Ansys or similar software

Education

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

Location

• Role is on-site at Lucid HQ in Newark, California

If you’re an engineer who thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and teamwork, we’d love to have you on our team!

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$131,500 — $180,840 USD

Compensation & Benefits

Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.Eligible employees may also participatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com.

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