Summary
Location
Newark
Salary
$140k - $192k
Type
full-time
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About this role
As a Senior Engineer in Vehicle Dynamics Development, you will support the testing, tuning, development and validation of the best riding and handling vehicles in the world. You will work alongside other development and CAE engineers, mechanical and software engineers and system owners, key stakeholders and management across the company, to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking, wheel/tire and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and iterate vehicle hardware and software calibrations using subjective and data-driven processes
- Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles; create, perform, analyze, and document test results
- Objective and subjective analysis of attributes, on Lucid and benchmark vehicles
- Troubleshoot and document mechanical, electrical, and software problems in a fast-paced environment
- Work closely with cross-functional teams from across the business to make efficient, timely, data-driven decisions
- Assist preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
- Work with multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
- Travel domestically and internationally as required
- A strong desire to create state-of-the-art engineering products as an integral part of a very capable team
Qualification:
- 5 or more years of automotive experience with a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics principles
- Demonstrated ability to deliver vehicles with world-class dynamics attributes
- Experience in both objective and subjective assessment, data acquisition and analysis
- Experience in tuning several of the following: coil springs, air springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, bushings, tires, suspension control software, electric power steering, stability control, torque vectoring systems, and other dynamics-related control systems
- Knowledge of the basic principles of ADAMS, CarRealTime, CarMaker, CarSim or similar
- Understanding of Matlab/Simulink fundamentals
- Familiarity with Python, C++
Advantageous:
- Desire for continual learning
- Excellent problem-solving ability, using fundamental principles and data-driven decision making
- Formula/Baja SAE or motorsport background
- Advanced driving qualifications
Education
- BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering
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.)
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Other facts
About Lucid Motors
We launched Lucid in 2016 to build the world’s best cars and accelerate the shift to clean energy. Our vehicles deliver best-in-class performance and efficiency. Equally important, we’re building a world-class team: From our state-of-the-art factory in Arizona to our global headquarters in California’s Silicon Valley, we’re recruiting high-performing people who want to help decarbonize Earth. Join us!
What you'll do
- The Senior Engineer will support the testing, tuning, development, and validation of vehicle dynamics systems. This includes working with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver world-class suspension, steering, braking, and vehicle dynamics systems from concept to production.
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