Sr. Technical Project Engineer, Power Electronics Test and Validation

We are currently seeking a Sr. Technical Project Engineer for our test & validation power electronics team. The level will depend on the candidate’s experience. 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. 
 
Role and responsibilities    

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to develop and maintain Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) for power electronics systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and performance targets. 

• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including technical reports, test plans, validation results, and risk assessments.  

• Track program timelines across multiple projects, proactively managing risk assessments to optimize cost and schedule impacts.  

• Plan and schedule outsourced testing activities, ensuring alignment with project milestones. 

• Manage relationships with the Prototype Builds team, Global Supply Management team, suppliers, and vendors to source critical components and oversee manufacturing services. 

• Work closely with in-house Lucid test labs to drive testing and validation progress. 

• Prioritize and manage tasks to ensure project completion aligns with key milestones and deadlines.  

• Support verification and validation tests for power electronics systems, ensuring compliance with industry and safety standards.  

• Work with environment, health, and safety team to maintain and improve safety of the lab. 

Qualifications  

• Proven experience in project management in the automotive industry, particularly in power electronics testing and validation.  
• Experience in DV/PV standards and practice. 

• Hands-on experience in testing and validation for power electronics systems. 

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, or 3DX.  

• Hands-on experience in testing and validation of power electronics systems, including the use of lab equipment such as battery simulators, AC/DC power supplies and electronic loads.  

• Strong technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.  

 Preferred qualifications 

•  M. S or Ph. D degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field.  
• 3+ years of experience in power electronics development and validation.  
• Solid understanding power electronics fundamentals. 
• Knowledge of automotive and industrial environmental reliability requirements (GMW, ISO, IEC standards). 

 Education Requirements: 

• BS in electrical or mechanical engineering.