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Staff Field Quality Engineer - Powertrain

Lucid Motors
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Corporate Quality
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8 years of experience in battery-electric vehicle powertrain engineering, field quality, product quality, reliability, validation engineering, manufacturing engineering, supplier quality, or a related technical discipline
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience investigating and resolving customer-facing EV powertrain concerns using objective evidence, vehicle data, component analysis, and structured problem-solving methods
  • Experience leading cross-functional technical investigations and driving corrective actions through validated implementation
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications.
Nice to have
  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • Experience with premium, high-performance, or high-volume battery-electric vehicles
  • Experience in EV powertrain domains such as traction motors, power electronics, electric drive units, embedded controls, high-voltage distribution, thermal management, lubrication, or vehicle diagnostics
  • Experience with CAN, UDS, diagnostic trouble code analysis, data logging, signal evaluation, diagnostic development, or vehicle communication protocols
  • Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, SPC, control plans, change management, automotive launch processes, ISO 26262, Automotive SPICE, or high-voltage safety requirements.
What the job really is

The Staff Field Quality Engineer for Powertrain at Lucid will lead investigations into customer and fleet issues related to electric powertrain systems, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions. This role involves cross-functional collaboration to improve vehicle performance and quality, utilizing data from various sources to prioritize risks and validate solutions. The engineer will also contribute to enhancing engineering requirements and standards based on field findings.

Benefits
  • medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • life and disability coverage
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
  • paid sick leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Things to weigh
  • Fully onsite role in Phoenix, AZ
  • Daily in-person presence required
  • No salary listed
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