Sr. AD/ADAS Validation Engineer (m/f/d)

About the job

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 skilled Sr. Validation Engineer / Validation Engineer responsible for validation, calibration & data processing of features related to AD & ADAS in EU in collaboration with Lucid's ADAS & Robotaxi development team . This position requires a professional with a track record of successfully validating autonomous (AD) & automotive (ADAS) systems into production. As the successful candidate, you will join a world-class Vehicle Development & Test team. Candidates should be excellent engineers and organizers that have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination.

Your Role:

• Be responsible for test validation of hardware/software components related to AD/ADAS driving (L2++, L3/L4), safety and parking functions such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Highway Assist, Hands-free driving, Lane changes, Automatic Emergency Braking, Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Protection, Automatic Parking & Surround View etc...

• Contribute to system architecture development and the related validation tests on component and vehicle level; Contribute to the timely delivery of fully validated, high-quality customer features

• Be responsible for test plans for EU release developed features by AD/ADAS team, feature requirements and support relevant regulatory testing, field operational testing (FOT) coverage, homologation testing, SOTIF as required by AD/ADAS team, data analysis and root causing while ensuring traceability to functional and performance requirements

• Lead driving and safety features benchmarking, calibration and for Support establishing post-processing methods to analyse vehicle data

• Leverage state-of-the-art processes, tools for test plans, field tests, data transfer & analysis as well as lead support the development/adoption of new processes and tools in a highly interactive and collaborative environment

• Work with suppliers and internal teams to implement innovative solutions for vehicle testing & calibration approaches to optimize system test and validation strategies in terms of efficiency, cost and final product quality

• Travel as necessary to execute driving and safety AD/ADAS features validation tests on vehicle at proving ground testing facilities or and perform detail data analysis

• Assist with the management to the definition and build-up of our fleet of prototype and series production vehicles for validation of AD/ADAS features, field operation testing, mileage accumulation and data collection processes

• Contribute to the definition and build-up of our test vehicle fleet, test benches and calibration installations; Explore simulation, HIL, SIL and vehicle test approaches to optimize (sub-)system test, validation & calibration strategies in terms of efficiency, cost and final product quality

• Facilitate and align related cross-functional technical teams such as HMI, functional safety, powertrain, infotainment, cybersecurity, homologation, and AD/ADAS on system level validation and development activities

• Leverage state-of-the-art processes and tools for architecture, requirements, test plans and results and ALM to work in a highly interactive and collaborative environment

• Collaborate with component owners for AD/ADAS driving and safety functions

Expectations:

• A proven track record of working with hardware/software systems related to validating ADAS or AD automotive features for mass production, mileage accumulation and field testing

• Experience with developing and executing validation test plans and root causing issues

• Experience with automotive test methods, measurement systems and tools (HIL/SIL, Vector tools such as CANoe, CANape and CAPL, PeakCAN, etc., GPS/IMUs such as OXTS and Data Acquisition Systems such as Ipetronik, Dewesoft etc,)

• Preferred knowledge & execution experience of GSR2 & NCAP scenarios for ADAS safety features using soft targets, VRUs, robot platforms etc.

• Several years working experience at automotive Tier 1/2 suppliers or OEMs, with an understanding of automotive processes and workflows

• Programming skills related to integration, testing and automation (e.g. Python, C++)

• Capability and creativity to successfully complete projects with unconventional ideas in highly constrained, innovative startup environments

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Advantageous:

• Previous experience with ADAS/AD longitudinal and lateral control systems at a Tier 1 or OEM

• Broad understanding of various ADAS/AD systems and the interactions between mechanical, electrical and software components within the system

• Experience with benchmarking, calibration & post-processing methods and/or tools

• Proficiency with agile development tools and environments (Jira, Jama, …)

• Knowledge of relevant regulations and applicable (safety) standards for typical ADAS features (e.g. ASPICE, ISO26262, ISO 21448, FMVSS, UN ECE, EU)

• Experience with project management, supplier management, team management and/or executing tasks in cross-functional team setup

• Experience managing fleet of vehicles for on-road testing & validation, scenario testing to confirm SOTIF coverage etc.

Requirements:

• BS minimum in System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar and 5 years of engineering experience (for Senior) or 3 years (for non-senior) in the automotive industry

OR

• MS minimum in System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar and 3 years of engineering experience (for Senior) or 1 year (for non-senior) in the automotive industry

Lucid Motors is committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy environment. As such, a background check may be required during the hiring process. This will be performed in line with European data protection laws, and candidates will be informed and asked to provide consent before the check is conducted.

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.