Sr. Thermal Engineer

We are seeking an Sr. Thermal Engineer to join our HVAC & Thermal team at Lucid Motors. This role supports the development of advanced thermal management and HVAC systems by assisting in system-level modeling, simulation, and validation activities. The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer with foundational knowledge in thermal systems and a strong interest in modeling and testing for electric vehicles. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist in developing and maintaining 1D system models for thermal and HVAC systems using tools such as GT-SUITE, Simulink, MATLAB, or Python. 

• Support simulation studies to evaluate system architectures, component sizing, and performance trade-offs under guidance from senior engineers. 

• Contribute to reduced-order model development by processing test data and supporting correlation activities. 

• Assist in CFD pre/post-processing tasks and learn to interpret results for design insights. 

• Participate in lab testing activities, including instrumentation setup, data acquisition, and troubleshooting under supervision. 

• Perform data analysis and visualization using Python or MATLAB to support model validation and performance assessments. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share findings and ensure alignment with program requirements. 

• Document modeling assumptions, test observations, and analysis results in clear, structured reports. 

Qualifications – Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field. 

• 0–2 years of experience in thermal systems modeling, simulation, or testing (internships or co-op experience considered). 

• Familiarity with 1D modeling tools (GT-SUITE, Simulink, or similar) and basic proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis. 

• Foundational understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics. 

• Exposure to CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, OpenFOAM) is a plus. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.