Sr. Thermal Engineer
Lucid MotorsWe are seeking an Sr. Thermal Engineer to join our HVAC & 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining 1D system models for thermal and HVAC systems using tools such as GT-SUITE, Simulink, MATLAB, or Python.
- Support simulation studies to evaluate system architectures, component sizing, and performance trade-offs under guidance from senior engineers.
- Contribute to reduced-order model development by processing test data and supporting correlation activities.
- Assist in CFD pre/post-processing tasks and learn to interpret results for design insights.
- Participate in lab testing activities, including instrumentation setup, data acquisition, and troubleshooting under supervision.
- Perform data analysis and visualization using Python or MATLAB to support model validation and performance assessments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to share findings and ensure alignment with program requirements.
- Document modeling assumptions, test observations, and analysis results in clear, structured reports.
Qualifications – Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of experience in thermal systems modeling, simulation, or testing (internships or co-op experience considered).
- Familiarity with 1D modeling tools (GT-SUITE, Simulink, or similar) and basic proficiency in Python or MATLAB for data analysis.
- Foundational understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
- Exposure to CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Star-CCM+, OpenFOAM) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
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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