Powertrain Controls Engineer

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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.

Powertrain Controls Engineer

We are currently seeking a Controls Engineer motivated by the application of control theory to achieve desired powertrain performance and vehicle dynamics.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to architect and design control systems that help elevate vehicle ride and handling attributes via the actuation of motors, brakes, steering and the suspension system.
Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches problem solving 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.

The Role:

• Application of concepts in control theory to a variety of domains like vehicle longitudinal dynamics, handling dynamics, ride dynamics and NVH to achieve desired vehicle attributes

• Application of digital signal processing, digital controls and communication protocols to arrive at the best possible controls architecture on hardware and in software

• Employ linear analysis techniques and frequency domain analysis

• Perform system analysis of the controls architecture to identify noise factors and potential failure modes

• Develop requirements and related test cases for features modeled in Matlab/Simulink

• Assist integration of features into the controller code base

• Occasional travel for vehicle testing

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience with control systems

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or other related technical fields is required

• Good knowledge of model-based design using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow

• Good understanding of vehicle handling and ride dynamics

• Good understanding of state estimation and sensor fusion techniques

• Expertise in control theory concepts like classical control theory, modern control theory, MRAC, non-linear control theory, robust control

• Working knowledge of powertrain hardware such as motors, gear reductions, shafts, etc.

• Working knowledge of chassis hardware such as dampers, springs, anti-roll bars, brakes, steering etc.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Embedded coder in Matlab/Simulink

• Experience with rapid prototyping tools such as dSpace

• Good understanding of C/C++

• Experience with tools like JAMA/JIRA/Git/Confluence

• Experience in working with cross functional teams

• Common understanding of ISO 26262, Autosar, ASPICE

• Knowledge of adaptive filtering is advantageous

• Experience with CAN analysis tools like CANoe, CANalyzer, and CANape

• Master's degree or higher education is preferred in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or other related technical fields

• Experience with performance driving is a plus

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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.)

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