Lucid is the new generation of EV. Our relentless focus on innovation, luxury, and sustainability drives us into a reality where you no longer have to choose between doing great things, doing the right thing, and doing everything with the highest regard for efficiency and design. There were luxury cars, then EVs, now there’s Lucid.
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
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.
We are currently seeking an expert in cross-functional Plant Model Simulation. This position requires a skilled and experienced engineer with experience in developing vehicle/system level plant models and tools using Matlab Simulink/Stateflow/Simscape. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work proactively, and with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.
· California (Bay Area) - $127,000 - $181,500
Additional Compensation and 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. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)
At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
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The Role:
Work with cross-function team to identify plant model requirements for MIL/SIL/PIL/HIL/System Integration testingSupport development of real-time Simulation Models using MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, ASM, Carmaker, etc. for testing of integrated controllers using Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL)Design & Develop SW tools using M scripts/Python scripts to automate integration of closed-loop library modelsInterface with hardware, controls, and domain simulation teams to adapt their models for HIL closed-loop feature testingWork with requirement owners to establish validation metrics for plant modelsValidate component, sub-system or full system model against actual vehicle data from fieldDocument and track modeling issues as appropriate. Participate in triaging of model issues with various teams to drive towards root cause identification and resolutionImplement performance improvements as well as improve model fidelity/functionalityDevelop software tools to help with process optimizationHelp with scalability of model for new and upcoming productsParticipate in the design of a world-class engineering effort to bring electric vehicles to a new level of refinementMinimum Qualifications:
Minimum 3+ years of experience in real-time controls plant modeling, mechanical or electro-mechanical components, or simulation for vehicle domains and subsystemsProficient in developing M script and Python, proficiency in web development technologies a plusUnderstands the basics of EV architecture and power flowUnderstands vehicle system interaction among all dynamic systems such as chassis, powertrain, ADAS, body, etc.Strong background in mechanical, electrical, and thermal systems modelingSkilled in real-time simulation models developed using MATAB/SimulinkProven ability in developing plant models in Simscape (Battery, Motors etc.)Familiarity in developing vehicle plant models in Carmaker, Carsim, ASM or Dyna4Skilled in dSPACE HIL framework and the associated tools/interface methods (e.g., ControlDesk, ConfigurationDesk, etc.)Good understanding of MIL/SIL/PIL/HIL simulation methodologiesKnowledge and experience with automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, UDS, and related tools to measure and command signals, though scripting or otherwise.Bachelor of Science or Master of Science (preferred), in the areas of Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Automotive, Computer Science, or other related fieldsWillingness to learn new tools and modeling methodsPreferred Qualifications:
Good understanding of MIL/SIL/PIL/HIL simulation methodologiesExperience with modeling in scalable framework, Simulink libraries, re-usable components, model referencing etc.Experience with revision control tools, such as Git or similarExperience using real time HIL systemsWorking knowledge of electrified powertrainsCandidate also with experience developing SW tools using M-script based tools, web development technologies such as Angular/React/jQuery would be a plus.Master’s degree in mechanical engineering with a focus in heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics