Sr. BMS Electrical Engineer, Power Electronics

Lucid Motors
Newark, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with hands-on experience in BMS hardware design and a strong background in electronics working in the automotive and power electronics domain.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on BMS hardware design experience and strong electronics expertise
    — “Hands on experience with BMS hardware design”
  • Individuals with advanced degrees and a track record of hardware development and validation
    — “PhD in Electrical Engineering + 0 years relevant experience”
  • Engineers who have worked with high-voltage systems and automotive electronics integration
    — “Experience with high-voltage”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a high level of technical expertise in hardware design and validation
    — “Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields”
  • The position emphasizes collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines
    — “Work closely with mechanical design, manufacturing and supply chain”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with MCU, OpAmp, and CAN protocols in your resume and interview responses
    — “Debugging/validation experience with MCU, OpAmp, AD/DA, SPI, CAN, etc.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to prototype and validate BMS systems in your portfolio or interview examples
    — “Design, validate, and enhance battery management system (BMS) for electric vehicles”
  • Emphasize your familiarity with EMI testing and mitigation techniques
    — “Experience in EMI test and mitigation”
  • Showcase your proficiency with PCB design tools and layout techniques
    — “Experience in PCB design, using schematic capture and layout tools”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of high-power application safety and EMI requirements
    — “Knowledge of safety and EMI requirements related to high power applications”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • prototyping and testing BMS
  • drivetrain and vehicle level integrations
Typical background
electrical engineering degree

Skills & requirements

Required

Electronics ComponentsHardware DevelopmentPCB DesignEMI Testing

Preferred

BMS Hardware DesignFPGA DesignEmbedded Software Design

Stack & domain

Battery Management SystemElectrical EngineeringHardware DevelopmentTroubleshootingPCB DesignSchematic CaptureLayout ToolsEquipmentEMI TestMitigationFPGA DesignImplementationSafety RequirementsEMI RequirementsEmbedded Software DesignCanapeCanalyzerHigh-voltageProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunicationTime ManagementAdaptabilityCreativityPunctualityDependabilityInitiative

About the role

Original posting from Lucid Motors

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.

We are currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer focusing on battery management system (BMS). Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work 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:  

Design, validate, and enhance battery management system (BMS) for electric vehicles  

Be responsible for prototyping, testing and validation of BMS.  

Contribute to drivetrain and vehicle level integrations from prototype to production  

Work closely with mechanical design, manufacturing and supply chain to bring the product into mass production  

Be part of a team to develop amazing electronics products

Qualifications:  

Solid background in electronics components and circuits  

Debugging/validation experience with MCU, OpAmp, AD/DA, SPI, CAN, etc.  

Hands on experience for hardware development and troubleshooting  

Experience in PCB design, using schematic capture and layout tools  

Familiar with various equipment (Oscilloscope, probe, power analyzer, etc.)  

Experience in EMI test and mitigation  

Preferred:  

PhD in Electrical Engineering + 0 years relevant experience 

Masters in electrical engineering + 3 years relevant experience 

Bachelors in electrical engineering + 5 years relevant experience 

Hands on experience with BMS hardware design  

Knowledge of FPGA design & implementation  

Knowledge of safety and EMI requirements related to high power applications  

Familiarity with embedded software design 

Experience with Vector CANape/CANalyzer 

Experience with high-voltage 

Minimum:  

Bachelors in the areas of electronic or electrical engineering. 

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

 Base Pay Range (Annual)$144,000—$198,000 USD

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 or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations. 

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. 

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Source: Lucid Motors careers

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