Sr. Hardware Technician

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 looking for a Sr. Drive Unit Test Technician to lead development activities for electric vehicle drive unit components. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and should be excellent at multi-tasking.  

The Role:  

• Shifts available:  

• • Morning and swing  

• Provide consultation/support with test engineers on feasibility of tests and test setups.  

• Interpret intermediate to advanced test requests and translate into test profiles for dynamometers.  

• Physically install and setup test articles on test beds.  

• Execute intermediate to advanced standard and non-standard test profiles with critical attention and focus.  

• Flash intermediate to advanced software versions to test articles.  

• Provide organized and detailed feedback to test requestors during tests.  

• Regularly update test tickets with precise findings and notes to support the creation of test reports.  

• Regularly interact directly with engineers from various cross-functional teams.  

• Leverage basic and advanced data acquisition systems and related instrumentation.  

• Work successfully in an independent capacity with minimal guidance.  

• Diagnose and debug intermediate to advanced issues at a system, modular, and component level with a precise and methodical approach- Escalate internally as needed.  

• Participate in root cause analysis and documentation of findings.  

• Participate in design and fabrication of advanced supporting equipment for various tests.  

• Conduct routine maintenance checks on test cells.  

• Participate in enhancement and improvement of safety and organization of the lab.  

• Support technicians during complex test runs.  

• Ensure maximum test cell uptime.  

• Improve test operation KPI's of test cells in alignment with leadership.  

Qualifications:  

• Minimum of 5 years of automotive or related technician experience.  

• A keen eye for catching problems, especially key when preparing and executing test profiles.  

• Impeccable organization and clean work environment habits.  

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills    

• Strong experience with shop tools including but not limited to: torque wrenches, drivers, power tools, bore gauges, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.  

• Demonstrated understanding of electrical hazards, including precautionary measures around high voltage equipment and rotating machinery.   

• Detail oriented personality with exceptional documentation and reporting skills.  

• Strong Microsoft office and computer software literacy.  

• A true self-starter.  

• Excels in a fast-paced and dynamic environment- Remain focused and poised in the face of un-planned changes.  

• Intermediate to advanced experience working with standard industrial communication interfaces i.e. CANbus, Ethernet, Modbus  

• Lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.  

Preferred:  

• Experience in dyno-specific testing interfaces.  

• Experience with electric vehicle drive systems.  

• Experience with electric vehicles and/or automotive products.  

• Experience with Atlassian Jira, National Instruments hardware & related software strongly desired.  

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.

Compensation 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 (hourly)

$40.82—$56.11 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 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.  

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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