Staff Engineer, Battery Test and Validation

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Cash incentive program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Staff level Engineer to lead Battery Safety and Abuse testing for vehicle validation. You will oversee design validation across components and packs, coordinate internal and external tests, and drive safety improvements with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

The role requires hands-on testing experience, strong data analysis, and mentoring of teammates in a fast-paced startup environment. Strong communication and adherence to industry standards are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years (post Masters/PhD) or 5+ years (post Bachelors) experience in a relevant battery testing or associated role.
• Experience in leading, executing and reviewing tests.
• Able to compile clear and detailed test-plans.
• Hands on experience with testing equipment and methods, including cyclers and automation.
• High level of mathematical and data analysis capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and deliver Battery Design Validation across sub-component, module and pack level testing.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external testing activities to program milestones.
• Lead improvements in procedures and test methods for safety and efficiency.
• Work with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Analyze test data and provide critical feedback to product and performance development.
• Maintain test equipment and plan future expansion of testing capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and testing standards documents.
• Lead test and equipment troubleshooting and diagnostic activities.
• Capable of leading high voltage pack tear-downs and post-mortem analyses.

Skills

Battery testing

Data analysis

Test planning

Electrical testing

Cyclers

Python

Jira

Confluence

Education

Master's or PhD

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

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 production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking up to Staff level Engineer to lead and deliver Battery Safety and Abuse testing in relation to product validation. This position requires an experienced professional with hands‑on experience of battery safety and abuse testing. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can‑do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast‑paced environment.

The Role:

Provide technical leadership and deliver all elements of Battery Design Validation, including sub‑component, module and pack level testing (environmental, electrical, mechanical).

Plan and co-ordinate internal and external testing activities in line with program milestones.

Lead improvement in procedures and test methods to ensure highest levels of safety and efficiency are met.

Work closely with multiple cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Analyze test data and provide critical feedback into product and performance development.

Maintain test equipment and plan future expansion of testing capabilities.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Contribute to ongoing development of specification, documentation and reporting standards.

Lead test and equipment related troubleshooting and diagnostic acti vities.

Capable of leading high voltage pack tear‑downs and post mortem analysis following abuse testing and product failures.

Be familiar with test methods defined by battery transportation and regional standards.

Technical mentoring of team members and support activities across all areas of battery validation.

Qualifications:

3+ years (post Masters/PhD) or 5+ years (post Bachelors) experience in a relevant battery testing or associated role.

Experience in leading, executing and reviewing tests.

Able to compile clear and detailed test-plans.

Hands on experience with testing equipment and methods, including cyclers and automation,

High level of mathematical and data analysis capabilities.

Eccellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude.

Comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects.

Flexibility to work in a fast-paced startup environment with frequent prioritization adjustments.

Knowledge of test standards and regulations: UN 38.3, UNECE R100 Rev5

Preferred:

Proficient with statistical programming languages for data analysis and designing experiments.

Experience in writing efficient code to analyze large data sets and using a database.

Experience with Atlassian, Jira and Confluence.

Knowledge of other test standards and regulations: e.g. SAE J2929, SAE J2464, UL 1642, IEC 62660, IEC 62133, GB 38031, GB/T 31485

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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 a 401(k) retirement plan. 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 participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

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