Sr. BMS Electrical Engineer, Power Electronics
Lucid Motors· Automotive / Electric Vehicles· Sep 22, 2026 · 1mo ago
Newark, CA
In office
Full-time
Senior
$137K–$186K est.
3+ years exp
Job description
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 Senior Electrical Engineer focusing on battery management system (BMS). Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment. The Role:
Design, validate, and enhance battery management system (BMS) for electric vehicles
Be responsible for prototyping, testing and validation of BMS.
Contribute to drivetrain and vehicle level integrations from prototype to production
Work closely with mechanical design, manufacturing and supply chain to bring the product into mass production
Be part of a team to develop amazing electronics products
Qualifications:
Solid background in electronics components and circuits
Debugging/validation experience with MCU, OpAmp, AD/DA, SPI, CAN, etc.
Hands on experience for hardware development and troubleshooting
Experience in PCB design, using schematic capture and layout tools
Familiar with various equipment (Oscilloscope, probe, power analyzer, etc.)
Experience in EMI test and mitigation
Preferred:
PhD in Electrical Engineering + 0 years relevant experience
Masters in electrical engineering + 3 years relevant experience
Bachelors in electrical engineering + 5 years relevant experience
Hands on experience with BMS hardware design
Knowledge of FPGA design & implementation
Knowledge of safety and EMI requirements related to high power applications
Familiarity with embedded software design
Experience with Vector CANape/CANalyzer
Experience with high-voltage
Minimum:
Bachelors in the areas of electronic or electrical engineering.
At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
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.
Base Pay Range (Annual) $144,000 — $198,000 USD
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.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations lucidmotors.com . This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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