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# Automation Engineer, Test and Validation

- **Company:** Lucid Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $144,000.0 - $198,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Gigabit Ethernet, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, RS-232, Test Data, Scripting, Information Technology, Process Control Systems
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/sr-automation-engineer-test-and-validation-lucid-motors-company-10192851

## About the Role

We are currently seeking a Sr Automation Engineer, Test and Validation to join the LV Test & Validation organization to help drive the successful, on-time execution of DVP activities. Our ideal candidate brings a proactive, hands-on mindset, and consistently demonstrates technical rigor, ownership, and a commitment to high-quality results. 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., * Extensive experience developing and deploying fully automated test scripts for executing DV/DVT test cases.

 * Strong background in both HW and SW testing, including environmental, electrical, and functional validation.
 * Demonstrated ability to design, analyze, and optimize test procedures to minimize measurement error and improve repeatability.
 * Ability to review schematics and develop embedded software to control defined functions.
 * Knowledge of industrial control systems and communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, CAN, SPI, I2C, LIN, RS-232, and high-speed interfaces such as Gigabit Ethernet and FPD-Link.
 * Experience in developing embedded software with various chipsets such as NXP.
 * Proficiency with measurement automation tools and scripting languages such as, C/C++, Python, and Labview.
 * Familiarity with EMC/EMI test environment is a PLUS

Education Requirements:

 * Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science (MS preferred)
 * At least 5 years of experience in HW testing and test automation (Automotive is a plus)

## Description

Report to Test and Validation team and will be responsible for:

 * Designing/implementing automated test scripts for executing DVT and Compliance test cases and generating summary reports
 * Design and take ownership of a unified automated test system for controlling load simulators, thermal chambers, power supplies, DAQ units, and other equipment used in environmental and electrical testing.
 * Develop embedded test software for in-house designed test simulator to streamline and improve ECU testing.
 * Supporting and assisting test engineers to develop test plans, define setups, procure equipment, debug issues, and analyze complex test data.


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