Lucid Motors · 1 month ago
Sr. Engineer, Test Methods and Reliability, Motor Gearbox
Newark, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLucid Motors is a leader in luxury electric vehicles aiming to redefine the future of mobility. They are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Engineer - Test Methods and Reliability to develop and execute test strategies for motor gearboxes, ensuring durability and performance of electric vehicle drive units.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Familiarity with automotive industry standards and regulations is a plus
Experience in electric vehicle or aerospace industries is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
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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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.23BKey Investors
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2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
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Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
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CEO and CTO
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