Sr Test Engineer, Dynometer

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.

Position Overview

The Sr Test Engineer, Dynamometer owns dynamometer test operations at AMP-2 —dynameter, efficiency mapping, and performance/durability validation. Joining a greenfield facility, this engineer builds dyno infrastructure from first commissioning through volume ramp to SOP. The role is accountable for dyno test integrity, correlation, and productivity. The role operates through disciplined change control, objective launch evidence, cross-functional problem solving.

Key Responsibilities

Dyno Operations & Test Cycles

Own dyno stations operations

Maintain dyno stations readiness and safety compliance

Performance & Efficiency Mapping

Own efficiency mapping across torque/speed operating envelope

Execute steady-state and transient performance validation

Torque, Speed & Power Measurement

Own torque transducer standards, correction factors, and correlation

Ensure speed and power measurement integrity

Test Cell Instrumentation

Own instrumentation for temperature, current, voltage, and position

Maintain calibration and traceability of test cell instruments

High-Speed Data Acquisition

Own DAQ standards, calibration, and sampling strategies

Ensure data integrity for validation and analytics

TPM & Autonomous Maintenance Support

Support TPM deployment across Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, and Focused Improvement pillars

Contribute to equipment OEE improvement, MTBF/MTTR reduction, and predictive maintenance strategies

Leverage MES, IIoT, and historian analytics to identify and eliminate losses

HV Safety & Compliance

Enforce HV LOTO, HVIL continuity, and mandatory HV PPE for all work on or near EV Powertrain equipment

Comply with SASO, Saudi MOL, IEC 60204, and functional safety standards (ISO 13849 / IEC 62061)

Support HV emergency response including thermal runaway isolation and battery-related incident procedures

Achieve and maintain HV safety competency appropriate to scope of work

Launch Governance & Ramp-Up

Support AMP-2 Safe Launch activities, run-at-rate events, and capacity verification within scope

Contribute to Launch Readiness Reviews, Layered Process Audits, and Process Confirmation routines

Participate in QRQC / RCCA escalations during launch and ramp-up phases

Dynamometer Engineering & Test Integrity

Commission and sustain dyno controls, inverter/battery simulators, cooling, oil conditioning, torque/speed measurement, DAQ, safety systems and facility interfaces.

Develop automated test sequences and, where applicable, LabVIEW or equivalent softwares; manage recipes, configuration and software release.

Correlate torque, speed, power, temperature, voltage/current and efficiency results across cells using reference units and uncertainty analysis.

Own cell availability, preventive maintenance, instrumentation health, test throughput and safe response to HV, overspeed, thermal, fluid and rotating-equipment hazards.

Launch Governance, Change Control & Operational Readiness

Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, equipment acceptance, Safe Launch, run-at-rate and capacity verification with objective evidence and disciplined punch-list closure.

Control production, process, software and test changes through documented risk assessment, approvals, validation, revision history and rollback or containment planning.

Participate in readiness reviews, Layered Process Audits, Process Confirmation and QRQC/RCCA; close assigned actions with verified effectiveness.

Safety, Quality, Data Integrity & Compliance

Apply role-specific HV LOTO/HVIL, machine safety, stored-energy isolation, electrical safe-work and PPE requirements; never bypass safety devices or product protections.

Protect product genealogy, calibrated-tool status, test/measurement integrity, document control and audit-ready objective evidence.

Comply with applicable AMP-2, SASO, Saudi labor/EHS, IATF 16949, IEC 60204 and functional-safety requirements within assigned scope.

Saudization, Capability Transfer & Collaboration

Build Saudi national capability through structured OJT, ILU/skills matrices, practical assessment, certification, cross-training and documented knowledge transfer.

Create technical standards, troubleshooting guides and training material; support interviews and KSA university/TVTC engagement where requested.

Collaborate across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Automation/Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS, IT/OT, MES, Supply Chain, Product Engineering and suppliers.

Skills

Deep dynamometer test expertise

Efficiency mapping and performance validation fluency

Torque/speed/power measurement expertise

Data-analytics capability

Effective cross-functional communicator

Technical standards, structured problem solving, risk-based decision making and controlled documentation

Data literacy: KPI definition, trend analysis, evidence-based validation and clear executive/shop-floor communication

Cross-functional influence, supplier coordination and disciplined ownership in a greenfield launch environment

Coaching, competency assessment and knowledge transfer in a multicultural English/Arabic workplace

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

5 to 8 years in dyno test engineering (EV or automotive)

Fluent in English; Arabic strongly preferred

Preferred: greenfield launch; ISO 17025

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience with commissioning, FAT/SAT, launch, production readiness or high-volume manufacturing ramp within the role discipline

Working knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP/change control, machine/HV safety and traceability requirements applicable to the role

Ability to support site, shift, weekend, shutdown or emergency activities when operationally required

Preferred: recognized discipline certification, Lean/Six Sigma, greenfield EV/automotive launch and KSA workforce-development experience

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national o