Technical Specialist, Steering Systems Controls and Integration

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.

Technical Specialist, Steering Systems Controls and Integration 

As a Technical Specialist in Steering Systems Controls & Electronics, you will develop, build, calibrate and validate the systems responsible for Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics control. You will work closely with teams across the engineering group to develop world-class vehicle dynamics-shaping functions from concept to production. 
 
The Role:

• Develop and maintain the requirements and specifications for electric power steering control systems from initial concept to SOP for multiple vehicle programs 

• Work with internal teams such as Vehicle Controls, Vehicle Dynamics and ADAS, as well as external suppliers, to design, build, deliver, test and calibrate prototype software in virtual, HiL and vehicle environments  

• Create, execute and document system level design validation plans including virtual, HiL and vehicle-based activity to take your concepts and prototype software to customer readiness 

• Work across multiple complex projects in a demanding environment 

• Travel domestically and internationally as required 

 
Qualifications: 

• 7+ years of automotive experience 

• Strong experience in development and delivery of steering control systems 

• Experience with Vector tools (CANape, CANalyzer, CDMStudio, etc.) 

• Strong understanding of Vehicle Dynamics theory 

• Hands-on practical experience in prototype development 

• Experience with JIRA, Confluence and requirements management tools 

• Familiarity with software development (Matlab/Python/CAPL scripting, model based)  

• Ability to read and work with electrical schematics, with sound understanding of electrical communication principles 

 
Advantageous:  

• Excellent problem-solving ability, with an ability to use fundamental principles and data-driven action 

• Desire for continual learning 

• Driven-vehicle attributes development experience is a plus 

• Eager and strong fundamentals-based problem-solving approaches 

 
Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering or related technical discipline is required.  Master's degree or higher education is preferred.