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.
The Role
Reporting to the Director, Vehicle Development and Test Europe, the Senior Prototype Driver supports vehicle testing across dynamics, durability, noise and vibration, and performance. The role combines prototype driving, vehicle preparation, instrumentation support, data collection, diagnostics, and collaboration with engineers and technicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Test-drive and evaluate prototype vehicles in real-world situations on approved routes and tracks.
- Conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures, and document findings clearly and concisely.
- Recreate driving scenarios in controlled and field tests and provide structured feedback to engineering teams.
- Perform daily vehicle checks and maintenance and keep vehicles ready for field testing.
- Complete manual data collection, mapping drives, and final data-verification drives.
- Drive prototype vehicles on public and private roads to collect data and troubleshoot technical issues.
- Develop and follow team processes and document issues and improvement opportunities.
- Support vehicle and bench-system diagnosis, maintenance, and repair.
- Assist with installation, upgrade, calibration, and configuration of sensors, ECUs, and related equipment.
- Work across prototype, pre-production, show, and production vehicles in a multidisciplinary environment.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with at least 8 years of driving experience and a clean driving record.
- Demonstrated ability to drive safely in all weather conditions.
- Ability to drive for prolonged periods, routinely exceeding 8 hours.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and overtime when .
- Good vision, hearing, motor skills, alertness, and driving instinct.
- Basic computer skills and ability to operate GPS equipment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong learning agility and the ability to solve new problems in a dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent vocational training.
- Experience with fully electric vehicles.
- Professional motorsport or race-team experience.
- Fabrication and automotive wiring experience.
- Luxury automotive technician experience.
Lucid Motors is committed to maintaining a safe and trustworthy environment. As such, a background check may be required during the hiring process. This will be performed in line with European data protection laws, and candidates will be informed and asked to provide consent before the check is conducted.
Senior Prototype Driver, Vehicle Development and Test Europe (m/f/d) in München Arbeitgeber: Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern die Möglichkeit bietet, in einem innovativen und dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten, das sich auf nachhaltige Mobilität konzentriert. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Teamarbeit, kontinuierliche Weiterbildung und einer positiven Unternehmenskultur fördert Lucid die persönliche und berufliche Entwicklung seiner Mitarbeiter. Die umfassenden Sozialleistungen, einschließlich eines wettbewerbsfähigen Vergütungspakets und der Teilnahme an einem Aktienprogramm, machen Lucid zu einem attraktiven Arbeitsplatz für alle, die eine bedeutungsvolle Karriere im Automobilsektor anstreben.
