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About Lucid 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,
About Lucid
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. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
As a Senior Hardware Engineer on Lucid’s Prototype Tooling & Process Design team, you will enable the build, test, and validation of next-generation drive units. You will develop tooling and fixtures, improve prototype build processes and equipment, and partner across engineering and manufacturing to resolve issues and improve product quality, safety, and throughput.
The Role
- Lead the development of tooling, fixtures, and equipment for drive-unit prototype builds and testing, from concept through fabrication, implementation, and refinement.
- Create and release 3D models, engineering drawings, and other documentation for tooling and fixtures.
- Improve prototype build processes to enhance quality, safety, repeatability, and throughput.
- Work collaboratively with design, manufacturing, and test engineering teams, to realize product, process, and equipment improvements.
- Provide tooling and process engineering support to powertrain and vehicle teams.
- Support factory commissioning and manufacturing launch activities as needed.
Qualifications
- Strong engineering fundamentals and a working understanding of electric motors or EV drive units.
- Experience in mechanical design, fabrication, and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA).
- Proficiency with CATIA V6 or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Strong technical problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate issues and develop practical solutions.
- Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
- Understanding of safety practices for work involving high voltage and heavy equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting EV drive-unit builds, testing, or validation.
- Manufacturing experience, including exposure to automation, controls systems, or data acquisition.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical fabrication and rapid prototyping.
- Experience developing tooling or fixtures for prototype assembly or test.
Education
- Master’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice.
To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $144,000–$198,000 a year
- 155% above the $67,000 median for Other jobs on Jobera (144,788 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 13, 2026
- First seen
- November 13, 2026
- Last seen
- November 13, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 79%
- Scored at
- November 13, 2026
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