Staff Engineer, Battery Test and Validation

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Equity program

Discretionary annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, CA is seeking a Senior Battery Design Validation Lead to drive end-to-end testing of battery modules and packs. You will plan, execute, and optimize environmental, electrical, and mechanical tests in alignment with program milestones.

You’ll mentor teammates, strengthen test methods, and ensure adherence to standards such as UN 38.3 and UNECE regulations while collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance, safe energy storage

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.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Lead battery design validation across sub-components, modules and pack level tests.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external testing activities aligned with program milestones.
• Lead improvements in procedures and test methods for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Analyze test data and provide feedback into product and performance development.
• Maintain test equipment and plan future expansion of testing capabilities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and reporting standards.
• Mentor team members in battery validation activities.
• Lead high voltage pack tear-downs and post-mortem analysis following abuse testing.
• Ensure familiarity with test methods per regional standards.

Skills

Battery testing

Test planning

Data analysis

Communication

Project ownership

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Python/statistical analysis

Education

Master’s or PhD in a relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

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.

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 activities.
• 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

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 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.

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.

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