Lucid Motors · 7 hours ago
Technician, Drive Unit Test and Validation
Newark, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$34/hr - $47/hr
2+ years expLucid Motors is leading the future in luxury electric vehicles and is seeking a Drive Unit Test and Validation Technician to support the development of electric vehicle drive unit components. The role involves executing tests, providing feedback, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the quality and performance of drive unit components.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Physically install and setup test articles on test beds
Execute both standard and lower risk non-standard tests
Flash basic 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 data acquisition systems and related instrumentation
Work successfully in an independent capacity with minimal guidance
Diagnose and debug basic 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
Conduct routine maintenance checks on test cells
Exercise consistent safety and organization practices in the lab
Drive continuous improvement for tests and test cells
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years of automotive or related technician experience
A keen eye for catching problems, especially key when preparing and executing test profiles
Strong organization and clean work environment habits
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Moderate 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
Basic 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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Participate in Lucid’s equity program
Discretionary annual incentive program
Company
Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.23BKey Investors
UberAyar Third Investment CompanyThe Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
Peter Rawlinson
CTO and CEO
Recent News
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