Test and Validation Engineer, Vision and Commun...
@ Lucid Motors

Newark, CA
$128,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 13 hours ago

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About Lucid Motors

At Lucid Motors, we lead the future in luxury electric vehicles. We focus on innovative design and performance to redefine the human experience. Join a community of accomplished minds and help shape the future of sustainable mobility.

Role Overview: Test and Validation Engineer, Vision and Communication

The successful candidate will be responsible for testing and validating automotive lighting systems. This includes developing test plans, performing functional, environmental, and durability tests, and analyzing optical and photometric data. You will collaborate with design teams, external labs, and suppliers while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test plans for automotive lighting systems.
  • Conduct functional, environmental and durability testing.
  • Perform optical measurements and photometric testing.
  • Analyze data and generate detailed test reports.
  • Collaborate with design, development, and external lab partners.
  • Define test requirements and support DFMEA activities.
  • Ensure compliance with lighting standards and regulations.
  • Create Python scripts for automation of test routines and data acquisition.
  • Support electronics sample bring-up and debugging.

Qualifications

Minimum 3+ years experience in testing and validation of automotive lighting systems, in-depth knowledge of automotive lighting technologies, and proven expertise in both testing methodologies and Python scripting. Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field required; Master’s degree is a plus.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, vacation and 401k, with possible eligibility for equity and annual incentive programs. Compensation range approximately $113,800 to $142,300 USD annually.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Automotive Lighting
  • Test Planning
  • Validation
  • Python Scripting
  • Optical Measurement
  • Data Analysis
  • Compliance
  • Collaboration
  • Debugging
  • DFMEA

How to Get Hired at Lucid Motors

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Lucid Motors: Study company mission, values, and latest projects.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight automotive testing and Python experience.
  • Showcase project details: Emphasize testing results and collaboration.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Practice test planning and scripting challenges.
  • Follow application instructions: Ensure all submission guidelines are met.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review automotive lighting standards and test protocols.
Practice Python scripting for automation tasks.
Study optical measurement and photometric testing techniques.
Prepare test plan design examples and reports.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging testing project.
Explain teamwork in cross-functional projects.
Discuss resolving technical issues under pressure.
Share a learning experience from debugging.

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