Vehicle Development Engineer I

We are currently seeking a Vehicle Development Engineer I for our growing Vehicle Development Test team. Our mission is to lead the planning and execution of all vehicle level development tests to ensure we are delivering a quality product that meets customer needs. This role will be involved with testing early-stage vehicle prototypes as well as production ready vehicles. Our ideal candidate exhibits a strong drive, outstanding teamwork and collaboration within a startup environment, and has a keen interest in the vehicle development and test lifecycle across all function groups and attributes. 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. This is an exciting time to join the team as we continue development on the Lucid Gravity and all future products.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Vehicle(s) Ownership
·       Be the single point of contact responsible for the assigned test vehicle(s), maintain HW and SW configurations, service and utilization history of those vehicles.
·       Support required HW upfits, SW flashing and diagnosis through CAN, LIN and Ethernet communication.
 
Test Planning & Scheduling
·       Review test plans assigned by engineering teams and understand test requirements.
·       Vehicle preparation (HW/SW updates, install of instrumentation and data acquisition equipment) to meet test requirements.
·       Support planning for parts, people, logistics and facilities to execute vehicle-level testing including risk assessments.
 
Vehicle Testing & Issue Reporting
·       Work within vehicle development and with cross-functional teams for supporting test requirements and keep all relevant stakeholders updated on progress.
·       Execute vehicle-level test plans in lab, proving grounds and public road settings.
·       Collect accurate vehicle data per test requirements, to troubleshoot issues and provide feedback to the relevant stakeholders.
·       Document all test results in a clear and concise manner.
·       Identify and document all issues with the relevant details, data and test logs.
·       Support issue investigation with re-testing and drive towards resolution.
·       Extensive domestic and international travel to test sites and fleet drives.
 
Other: 
·       Develop autonomy to ensure all vehicle development activities are completed with minimal disruption to the scope and schedule requirements.
·       Recommend organizational or procedural improvements identified through various activities.
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
·       0-3 years of experience in the Automotive/EV or relevant industry.
·       Good problem-solver with hands-on abilities.
·       Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and resources at the same time.
·       Self-starter with high levels of motivation and strong desire to continue learning.
·       Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills coupled with a strong work ethic.
·       Understanding of vehicle systems and system interactions.
·       Interest in the vehicle development process.
 
ADVANTAGEOUS EXPERIENCE:
·       Experience with FSAE, Baja or other DIY activities is a plus.
·       Any automotive industry experience is a plus. 
 
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science minimum in a relevant science or engineering field