Sr. Engineer, Test Methods and Reliability, Motor Gearbox

Lucid Motors • Newark, CA

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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. Lucid Motors is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Engineer - Test Methods and Reliability to lead the development and execution of test strategies for motor gearboxes. This role is critical to ensure the durability, reliability, and performance of our electric vehicle drive units. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in test method development, reliability engineering, and gearbox systems, combined with a passion for innovation and quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in test methods development and reliability engineering, preferably with motor gearboxes or similar electromechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of gearbox design, materials, and failure mechanisms.
• Proficient with test equipment and data acquisition systems.
• Experience with reliability analysis techniques such as FMEA, Weibull analysis, and accelerated life testing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex data sets.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to driving projects to completion.
• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations is a plus.
• Experience in electric vehicle or aerospace industries is highly desirable.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations is a plus.
• Experience in electric vehicle or aerospace industries is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine test methodologies for motor gearboxes, including mechanical, thermal, and endurance testing.
• Lead reliability engineering efforts to assess and improve the durability and lifespan of motor gearbox components for sustaining production and new developments.
• Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to translate product requirements into robust test plans.
• Analyze test data, identify failure modes, and recommend corrective actions to improve gearbox and motor performance and reliability.
• Manage and maintain test equipment, fixtures, and instrumentation relevant to gearbox testing.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize testing efficiency, accuracy, and coverage.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance within the test and reliability teams.
• Document test procedures, results, and reliability analysis in compliance with company and industry standards.
• Engage with suppliers and external labs as necessary to coordinate specialized testing activities.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to motor gearboxes and reliability testing.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees