Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Technician

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.

About the Role

• 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

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

Skills

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

Pay

Base Pay Range (hourly): $35—$48 USD

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program