Steering Systems Controls and Integration - Technical Lead Engineer

Southfield, MI, United States

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Steering Systems Controls and Integration - Technical Lead Engineer

As a Technical Lead Engineer in Steering Systems Controls & Electronics, you will develop, build, calibrate and validate the systems responsible for Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics control. You will work closely with teams across the engineering group to develop world-class vehicle dynamics-shaping functions from concept to production.

**A strong desire to create state-of-the-art engineering products as an integral part of a very capable team**

The Role:

Develop and maintain the requirements and specifications for power steering control systems from initial concept to SOP with excellence and great detail

Work with internal teams such as Vehicle Controls, Vehicle Dynamics and ADAS, as well as external suppliers, to design, build, deliver, test and calibrate prototype software in virtual, HiL and vehicle environments

Create, execute and document system level design validation plans including virtual, HiL and vehicle-based activity to take your concepts and prototype software to customer readiness

Work across multiple complex projects in a demanding environment

Travel domestically and internationally as required

Qualifications:

8+ years of automotive experience

Experience with Vector tools (CANape, CANalyzer, CDMStudio, etc.)

Strong understanding of Vehicle Dynamics theory

Proven delivery of world-class vehicle performance

Hands-on practical experience in prototype development

Experience with JIRA, Confluence and requirements management tools

Familiarity (not necessarily world-leading knowledge) with software development (Matlab/Python/CAPL scripting, model based)

Ability to read and work with electrical schematics, with sound understanding of electrical communication principles

Advantageous:

Strong steering systems development, integration or validation experience

Excellent problem-solving ability, with an ability to use fundamental principles and data-driven action

Desire for continual learning

Driven-vehicle attributes development experience is a plus

Eager and strong fundamentals-based problem solving approaches

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical major is required. Master's degree or higher education is preferred.

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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