<div><div><strong>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</strong></div><div>At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.</div><div> </div><div>We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.</div><div> </div><div>Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.</div></div><p><span>We are seeking an Sr. Thermal Engineer to join our HVAC &amp; Thermal team at Lucid Motors. This role supports the development of advanced thermal management and HVAC systems by assisting in system-level modeling, simulation, and validation activities. The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer with foundational knowledge in thermal systems and a strong interest in modeling and testing for electric vehicles.</span><span> </span></p><p><strong><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span></strong><span> </span></p><ul><li><span><span>Assist</span><span> in developing and maintaining 1D system models for thermal and HVAC systems using tools such as GT-SUITE, Simulink, MATLAB, or Python.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Support simulation studies to evaluate system architectures, </span><span>component</span><span> sizing, and performance trade-offs under guidance from senior engineers.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Contribute to reduced-order model development by processing test data and supporting correlation activities.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Assist</span><span> in CFD pre/post-processing tasks and learn to interpret results for design insights.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Participate in lab testing activities, including instrumentation setup, data acquisition, and troubleshooting under supervision.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Perform data analysis and visualization using Python or MATLAB to support model validation and performance assessments.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share findings and ensure alignment with program requirements.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Document modeling assumptions, test observations, and analysis results in clear, structured reports.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><p><strong><span><span>Qualifications – Required</span></span></strong><span> </span></p><ul><li><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering</span><span>, Automotive Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>0–2 years of experience in thermal systems modeling, simulation, or testing (internships or co-op experience considered).</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Familiarity with 1D modeling tools (GT-SUITE, Simulink, or similar) and basic </span><span>proficiency</span><span> in Python or MATLAB for data analysis.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Foundational understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Exposure to CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, </span><span>OpenFOAM</span><span>) is a plus.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.</span></span><span> </span></li></ul><div><div><div><div><strong>Salary Range</strong>: 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.</div><div> </div><div><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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.)</div></div><div>Base Pay Range (Annual)</div><div><span>$140,000</span><span>—</span><span>$192,500 USD</span></div></div></div><div><div><p><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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.)</p><p>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p></div><div><strong>To all recruitment agencies</strong>: <em>Lucid Motors <strong>does not</strong> accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. </em></div><div> </div></div>

<p>Lucid Motors sets out to create a car that elevates the human experience and transcends the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. A car that is intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around. Lucid Motors plans to lead in this new era of mobility by returning to the fundamentals of great design &ndash; where every decision we make is in service of the individual. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own path.</p>

Sr. Thermal Engineer

<div><div><strong>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</strong></div><div>At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.</div></div><p><span>We are seeking an Sr. Thermal Engineer to join our HVAC &amp; Thermal team at Lucid Motors. This role supports the development of advanced thermal management and HVAC systems by assisting in system-level modeling, simulation, and validation activities. The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer with foundational knowledge in thermal systems and a strong interest in modeling and testing for electric vehicles.</span><span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><strong><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span></strong><span>&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span><span>Assist</span><span> in developing and maintaining 1D system models for thermal and HVAC systems using tools such as GT-SUITE, Simulink, MATLAB, or Python.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Support simulation studies to evaluate system architectures, </span><span>component</span><span> sizing, and performance trade-offs under guidance from senior engineers.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Contribute to reduced-order model development by processing test data and supporting correlation activities.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Assist</span><span> in CFD pre/post-processing tasks and learn to interpret results for design insights.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Participate in lab testing activities, including instrumentation setup, data acquisition, and troubleshooting under supervision.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Perform data analysis and visualization using Python or MATLAB to support model validation and performance assessments.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share findings and ensure alignment with program requirements.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Document modeling assumptions, test observations, and analysis results in clear, structured reports.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><p><strong><span><span>Qualifications – Required</span></span></strong><span>&nbsp;</span></p><ul><li><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering</span><span>, Automotive Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>0–2 years of experience in thermal systems modeling, simulation, or testing (internships or co-op experience considered).</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Familiarity with 1D modeling tools (GT-SUITE, Simulink, or similar) and basic </span><span>proficiency</span><span> in Python or MATLAB for data analysis.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Foundational understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Exposure to CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, </span><span>OpenFOAM</span><span>) is a plus.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><ul><li><span><span>Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.</span></span><span>&nbsp;</span></li></ul><div><div><div><div><strong>Salary Range</strong>: 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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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. &nbsp;(Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)</div></div><div>Base Pay Range (Annual)</div><div><span>$140,000</span><span>—</span><span>$192,500 USD</span></div></div></div><div><div><p><strong>Additional Compensation and Benefits</strong>: 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. &nbsp;(Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)</p><p>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p></div><div><strong>To all recruitment agencies</strong>: <em>Lucid Motors <strong>does not</strong> accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.&nbsp;</em></div><div>&nbsp;</div></div>

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