Equipment Maintenance Lab Lead, Cell Engineering

Overview

On Site
USD 81,600.00 - 112,200.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

IMPACT
Leadership
Equipment maintenance
Operations
Inventory
SAFE
Procurement
Engineering support
Analytical skill
Test equipment
Pneumatics
Mechanical engineering
Soldering
CATIA
SolidWorks
Design
Electrical engineering
Preventive maintenance
Laboratory equipment
Computer operation
Documentation
Testing
Research and Development
Python
MATLAB
Arduino
EAGLE
Project management
Collaboration
JIRA
Confluence
Quickbase
Forklift
PASS
Training
Life insurance
Insurance
Data
Privacy
Recruiting

Job Details

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

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.

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.

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.

We are currently seeking a Lead/Senior Technician to support the testing infrastructure needs of the battery cell testing team, including an analytical lab. You will work closely with engineers and technicians to support the rapidly expanding battery lab. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and enjoys supporting their team through any challenge. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment. Because we are expanding so rapidly, you will find new challenges and growth opportunities that you can't find at most companies.

Role:

Support both battery testing and analytical lab equipment: tool installation, set-up, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and calibration of test equipment including environmental chambers, test fixtures, battery cell cyclers, and gloveboxes.

Lead Technician will co-author equipment maintenance plans for new equipment (e.g., FAT/SAT).

Work with engineers and technicians to design, build, and assemble test fixtures and wire harnesses. Collaborate to assist in standardizing laboratory operations and testing processes.

Organize and maintain the battery lab space, tools, and parts inventory, and promote a safe working environment.

Proactively communicate with engineers and cross-functional colleagues in EH&S and Facilities, e.g., identify areas of improvement through equipment procurement and automation

Execute cell testing and provide engineering support related to cell material and electrochemical analysis

50% supporting analytical lab and 50% supporting battery cell test equipment

Qualifications:

Experience setting up and maintaining lab equipment (environmental chambers, power supplies, plumbing, exhaust, pneumatics, inert gas systems, glove boxes, vacuum pumps)

Advanced skills in: mechanical, machine shop tools, and safety

Basic skills in: electrical knowledge/skill including fine pitch soldering, CATIA/Solidworks design, understanding of laboratory safety and hazards, e.g., chemical, electrical, lithium-ion battery

Experience in creating responsive and preventive maintenance plans for equipment

Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment and computer operation, including online collaboration and documentation

Minimum 5 years experience in an R&D or testing environment

Candidates will take a skills test to validate these qualifications are met

Preferred:

Experience working near or around high-voltage equipment

Battery cell testing experience using Arbin or Maccor cyclers

Experience working in R&D laboratory environments and handling/disposing of hazardous chemicals and materials preferred

Experience in FAT/SAT equipment commissioning & qualification is preferred

Experience with Python, Matlab, Arduino, Eagle or similar software

Proficiency with Arbin and/or Maccor software is a plus. Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Atlassian Jira, Confluence, Smartsheets, or Quickbase is a plus

Physical Demands:

Capable of lifting up to 50lbs and willing to get forklift certification

Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection when required

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.

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.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$81,600 - $112,200 USD

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