Test Engineer, Power Electronics Test & Validation

Lucid Motors; Town of Newark (WI); On-site; USD 117,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Cash incentive program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Test Engineer for our Power Electronics Test & Validation team. You will execute component- and system-level verification and validation for power electronics hardware, build and maintain test setups, and contribute to DVP&Rs under guidance of senior team members.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field, 3+ years in power electronics testing, hands-on bench work, and knowledge of HV safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field.
• 3+ years in power electronics development and testing preferred.
• Solid understanding of power electronics fundamentals (switching topologies, magnetics, control loops, thermal behavior).
• Hands-on experience with hardware test and validation, including bench build-up and instrumentation.
• Exposure to DVP&R creation and requirements-based test case development.
• Knowledge of automotive/industrial environmental reliability requirements (GMW, ISO, IEC).
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute component- and system-level verification and validation testing for power electronics products (on-board chargers, DC-DC converters, inverters, HV assemblies).
• Draft test cases from requirements, track test status and coverage, log results, and report pass/fail against acceptance criteria.
• Review electrical and mechanical schematics and create test cell layouts for instrumentation.
• Build and commission test benches including jigs, fixtures, instrumentation, harnessing, and data acquisition systems.
• Define system-level test setups, including load profiles and HV/LV interface configurations, with lead validation engineer.
• Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting using lab equipment.
• Support root-cause investigation of test failures and anomalies with clear technical summaries.
• Process and analyze test data, generate plots and summary metrics, and author clear test reports.
• Maintain lab equipment, calibration records, test documentation, and safe HV lab practices.
• Collaborate with design, systems, quality, and manufacturing teams to support issue resolution.

Skills

Power electronics fundamentals

Hardware test & validation

Technical writing & communication

Lab safety practices

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Electronics, or related field

Tools

Test equipment (oscilloscopes)

DAQ

Hi-pot tester

Power supplies

E-loads

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. Our teamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking a Test Engineer for our Power Electronics Test & Validation team. Our idealcandidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidateswill 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.
In this role you will execute component- and system-level validation of power electronics hardware, buildand maintain test setups, and contribute to the development and execution of Design Verification Plans &Reports (DVP&R) under the guidance of senior team members.

Role:

• Execute component- and system-level verification and validation testing for power electronics products (on-board chargers, DC-DC converters, inverters, and related high voltage assemblies), ensuring compliance with internal requirements and industry standards.
• Support the development, execution, and maintenance of DVP&Rs: draft test cases from requirements, track test status and coverage, log results, and report pass/fail against acceptance criteria.
• Review electrical and mechanical schematics and create test cell layouts for instrumentation, low voltage, and high voltage circuitry.
• Build, wire, and commission test benches including jigs and fixtures, instrumentation, harnessing, and data acquisition systems for performance and reliability evaluation.
• Contribute to the definition of system-level test setups, including load profiles, thermal and environmental conditioning, and HV/LV interface configurations, working closely with the lead
  validation engineer.
• Perform hands-on testing and troubleshooting using lab equipment (battery simulators, power supplies, E-loads, oscilloscopes, current probes, power analyzers, thermal chambers, DAQ systems).
• Support root-cause investigation of test failures and anomalies, capture supporting data, and escalate findings with clear technical summaries.
• Process and analyze test data, generate plots and summary metrics, and author clear, well-organized test reports.
• Maintain lab equipment, calibration records, test documentation, and safe HV lab practices.
• Collaborate with design, systems, quality, and manufacturing teams to support issue resolution and design iterations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in power electronics development and testing preferred.
• Solid understanding of power electronics fundamentals (switching topologies, magnetics, control loops, thermal behavior).
• Good hands-on experience with hardware test and validation, including bench build-up and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with various test equipment (force gauge, thermocouples, power supplies, multimeter, hi-pot tester, oscilloscopes, E-loads, DAQ).
• Exposure to DVP&R creation and requirements-based test case development.
• Knowledge of automotive and industrial environmental reliability requirements (GMW, ISO, IEC standards).
• Working knowledge of high voltage safety practices and lab safety procedures.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.

Preferred:

• Experience with test automation and data analysis (Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or equivalent).
• Experience with CAN communication and vehicle/bench-level diagnostic tools.
• Experience testing HV automotive power conversion hardware in a lab or vehicle environment

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)

$117,100—$161,040 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 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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