Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Technician

Lucid Motors•Newark, CA

8h•$35 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

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. Vehicle Dynamics Technician to help develop a state-of-the-art electric vehicle with a passionate team. Our ideal candidate understands vehicle suspension, steering and brake systems—preferably with motorsport or dynamics tuning experience.

Requirements

Automotive technician degree or equivalent work experience
Proven record of innovation and problem solving
Experience with high-performance or luxury vehicles
Ability to travel (40-50%)
Own a professional automotive toolbox
Available to work overtime, evenings, and weekends when needed
Technical and mechanical skill-set
Proficient with hand and power tools
Able to handle numerous ambiguity projects simultaneously with ease
Extremely high attention to safety and details
Proof of excellence in your past position
Experience using electrical test equipment

Nice To Haves

Motorsport background
Working knowledge of CAN, electronics, and data logging
Fabrication skills
Understanding of high-voltage vehicle systems
Wire harness building (soldering, crimping, splicing) etc.

Responsibilities

Support preparation, component upgrades, and maintenance of vehicle dynamics prototype fleet
Perform and streamline component swaps (springs, stabilizer bars, dampers, bushings, etc.) during tuning sessions
Collaborate with development team to deliver world-class ride and handling attributes
Travel and/or transport vehicles to test tracks around the country, including proving grounds, winter test, press events, and racetracks
Install robust data acquisition systems on prototype vehicles: accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, pressure transducers, CAN, etc.
Troubleshoot and document mechanical and electric issues, including fabrication where necessary
Drive vehicles to evaluate vehicle health status, test features
Create and develop service and maintenance documents (service manual procedure, containments, etc.)
Critical thinking skills without instruction manuals or workbooks