Senior HiL Test Engineer - Battery Software

Lucid Motors • Newark, CA

87d • $154,000 - $211,750

About The Position

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in automotive embedded software verification and HiL testing.
• Proven experience with dSPACE HiL systems, including SCALEXIO, ConfigurationDesk, and ControlDesk.
• Strong background in HiL electrical architecture design and power electronics relevant to battery systems.
• Expertise in MATLAB/Simulink for plant model development and integration into HiL systems.
• Proficiency in ECU-TEST, Python, CAPL, and other scripting languages for test automation.
• In-depth understanding of BMS features such as SOC, SOH, SOP, and charging/discharging characteristics.
• Familiarity with networking devices and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, RS-232, USB, Automotive Ethernet).
• Ability to design and build test benches and integrate test automation tools.
• Excellent documentation skills for test planning, execution, and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lithium-ion battery behavior and battery algorithms.
• Exposure to commercial EV charging systems and their integration.
• Knowledge of Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines for test automation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate advanced battery monitoring and energy management features.
• Design and implement HiL electrical architecture based on system requirements, including signal conditioning, power distribution, and safety interlocks.
• Develop and configure dSPACE SCALEXIO HiL systems using ConfigurationDesk and ControlDesk.
• Create and execute test plans for safety-critical BMS functionalities such as SOC, SOH, SOP, Charging controls and thermal management.
• Develop closed-loop plant models in MATLAB/Simulink to simulate battery behavior and integrate them into HiL systems.
• Automate test cases using ECU-TEST, Python, CAPL, and other scripting tools.
• Conduct ECU-level testing using SIL and HiL setups, ensuring robust software integration and system behavior.
• Troubleshoot test failures, hardware issues, and communication faults using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies) and tools like Vector CANoe, CANape, and CANalyzer.
• Support continuous improvement of test automation frameworks, coverage, and reporting processes.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Vacation
• 401k
• Equity program
• Discretionary annual incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees