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# Senior/Staff Homologation Engineer at Lucid Motors

- **Company:** Lucid Motors
- **Location:** Newark, CA
- **Compensation:** $165k–$241k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23
- **Apply:** https://lucidmotors.com/careers/search/5254784007?gh_jid=5254784007

## 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.

At Lucid, safety is foundational to the development and deployment of automated driving technologies. Our Primary Safety Homologation team is responsible for ensuring that autonomous driving systems are supported by robust safety arguments, evidence-based decision making, and effective engagement with regulators and technical assessment bodies worldwide.

We are seeking a Technical Specialist or Senior Homologation Engineer, ADS Safety Assurance and Regulatory Strategy to play a key role in evaluating, challenging, and strengthening the safety case for Level 3 and Level 4 Automated Driving Systems (ADS). This position requires a highly motivated individual with expertise in safety engineering, regulatory compliance, functional safety, and autonomous vehicle technologies.

The successful candidate will work across engineering, safety, validation, legal, policy, and product development teams to help ensure that Lucid's ADS products are supported by defensible, audit-ready safety arguments suitable for regulatory assessment, deployment approvals, and commercialization. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence the future of autonomous vehicle safety while engaging with a broad range of engineering disciplines and external stakeholders.

## About the Role

Reporting to the Primary Safety Homologation Manager, you will be responsible for independently reviewing and assessing ADS safety cases, supporting the development of defensible safety arguments, and representing Lucid in technical engagements with regulators, governmental agencies, technical services, and approval authorities worldwide. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of safety case methodologies, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), SOTIF (ISO 21448), Safety Management Systems (SMS), and emerging global regulatory frameworks for automated driving systems. This individual will help ensure that safety evidence, organizational processes, and governance structures collectively support the safe deployment and regulatory acceptance of ADS technologies.

## What You Own

ADS Safety Assurance and Safety Case Review and Evidence Management

- Lead independent technical review and assessment of ADS safety cases for Level 3 and Level 4 automated driving systems.
- Collaborate with safety case developers, system engineers, and cross functional engineering teams to strengthen safety arguments and identify gaps, assumptions, weaknesses, or areas requiring additional validation.
- Ensure safety claims are supported by objective, traceable, and defensible evidence generated from simulation, software verification, closed-course testing, real-world testing, operational experience, and field performance data.
- Challenge and validate the completeness, consistency, technical rigor, and regulatory adequacy of safety arguments prior to internal approval and external submission.
- Coordinate the collection, review, and integration of safety evidence across systems engineering, validation, Functional Safety, SOTIF, cybersecurity, and operational safety teams.
- Establish and maintain an effective framework for evidence traceability, configuration management, document control, and lifecycle management of safety artifacts.
- Review the impact of software updates, hardware modifications, feature enhancements, operational changes, and ODD expansions on the validity of the safety case throughout the product lifecycle.
- Drive closure of safety case findings and recommendations through cross-functional collaboration.
- Develop and improve safety assurance methodologies, review processes, templates, and best practices that enable consistent and repeatable safety assessments.
- Ensure safety artifacts, supporting evidence, and safety arguments remain audit-ready and aligned with evolving regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

Regulatory Strategy and Authority Engagement

- Serve as Lucid’s safety assurance technical representative in discussions with regulatory agencies, approval authorities, technical services, and governmental organizations worldwide.
- Develop strategies for demonstrating safety and achieving regulatory acceptance of ADS technologies across global markets.
- Prepare and present safety case materials for regulatory submissions, technical reviews, audits, governmental assessments, and approval processes.
- Lead technical discussions regarding safety performance, risk management strategies, validation approaches, and supporting safety evidence.
- Respond to technical questions, review comments, and regulatory feedback using rigorous engineering data and structured safety arguments.
- Monitor and assess emerging ADS regulations, guidance documents, and industry best practices, translating them into actionable engineering and compliance requirements.
- Support development of regulatory positions and technical responses related to autonomous vehicle deployment and safety demonstrations.

Functional Safety and SOTIF Assurance

- Support Functional Safety (ISO 26262) and SOTIF (ISO 21448) assurance activities across Lucid's portfolio of safety-critical systems.
- Review Functional Safety and SOTIF work products to ensure they effectively support broader safety assurance objectives and regulatory expectations.
- Support safety assessments and audit readiness for foundational electronically controlled vehicle systems, including braking, steering, propulsion, power distribution, and other safety-related vehicle controls.
- Support safety assurance activities for advanced driver assistance systems, including features such as Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Emergency Lane Keeping Systems (ELKS) and other active safety technologies.
- Support Functional Safety and SOTIF reviews for Level 2, Level 2+, and Level 2++ driving automation features and their associated system architectures.
- Collaborate with Functional Safety, SOTIF, Systems Engineering, Validation, Active Safety, and ADS development teams to ensure safety artifacts are complete, traceable, technically sound, and audit-ready.

Audit and Assessment Readiness

- Support internal, external, regulatory, and third-party audits related to ADS safety, Functional Safety, SOTIF, Safety Management Systems, and organizational safety processes.
- Coordinate preparation of technical evidence packages, presentations, responses, and supporting documentation for assessments and audits.
- Ensure safety case documentation, governance processes, and supporting records remain inspection-ready throughout the product lifecycle.
- Support closure of audit findings, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to organizational readiness for future regulatory assessments, conformity evaluations, and deployment approvals.

## What You Bring

## Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in automotive engineering, autonomous driving systems, functional safety, product safety, homologation, regulatory compliance, or related fields.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 26262, ISO 21448, UL 4600, ISO 34502, and Safety Management System principles
- Experience developing, reviewing, or assessing safety cases for safety-critical systems.
- Valid US Driver’s license.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Experience with Level 3 and/or Level 4 automated driving systems.
- Experience supporting regulatory submissions, technical assessments, certification activities, or compliance programs.
- Experience interacting with regulators, technical services, approval authorities, certification bodies, or governmental organizations.
- Understanding of global ADS regulatory frameworks and approval pathways.
- Experience presenting complex technical concepts to both engineering audiences and external stakeholders.
- Familiarity with safety assurance methodologies, risk assessment frameworks, structured safety arguments, and evidence-based safety demonstrations.
- Strong understanding of autonomous driving technologies and safety assurance principles.
- Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams to develop, review, or validate safety evidence.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to travel domestically as needed, with potential for some international travel.
- Ability to work effectively under time-sensitive conditions and meet project milestones

Work Requirement

Select one:

- This role is fully onsite at Lucid 1 in Newark, CA or Phoenix, AZ Hub. Daily in-person presence is required.

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) $164,600—$241,340 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive [benefits package](https://mylucidbenefits.com/) 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.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://lucidmotors.com/media/document/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf).

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About Lucid Motors

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Lucid Motors designs and manufactures luxury electric vehicles (EVs) using proprietary technology to achieve industry-leading range, performance, and efficiency.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: LCID)
- **Headquarters**: Newark, California, USA (Silicon Valley)
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Bernard Tse (former Tesla board member) and Sam Weng (former Oracle executive); current CEO and CTO is Peter Rawlinson (former Chief Engineer of the Tesla Model S).

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Automotive (Electric Vehicles), Clean Technology, Manufacturing
- **Target customers**: Luxury consumers (B2C) seeking high-performance, long-range electric sedans and SUVs; also developing robotaxi partnerships (B2B with Uber and Nuro).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human experience.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Products & Services
- **Lucid Air**: A luxury all-electric sedan known for having the longest range of any EV on the market (up to 516 miles EPA estimated). Multiple trims including Grand Touring, Touring, and the high-performance Air Sapphire (one of the quickest production vehicles ever made). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Gravity**: The company’s first luxury electric SUV, launched in 2024, designed to combine the performance and range of the Air with SUV versatility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Air Sapphire**: A tri-motor, ultra-high-performance variant of the Air sedan (1,234 hp, 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Battery & Powertrain Technology**: Proprietary EV drivetrain components (including miniaturized drive units and battery modules) that Lucid also supplies to other companies (e.g., supplying battery technology for an electric motorsport series). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Robotaxi Platform**: Partnership with Uber and Nuro to launch a premium global robotaxi program using Lucid vehicles (announced 2025). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $8–10 billion (fluctuating; as of mid-2025, market cap has varied between $7B–$12B depending on stock price). *Note: Check current NYSE ticker LCID for real-time data.*
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue (2024): ~$809 million (publicly reported in SEC filings). Total funding raised prior to going public via SPAC merger (2021) was over $4.4 billion.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia (majority shareholder, ~60% ownership); Uber; Nuro; initial SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp IV.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Opened AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, Arizona (first purpose-built greenfield EV factory in North America) with capacity scalable to 300,000 vehicles annually. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
  - Opened AMP-2 factory in Saudi Arabia (2023) – the country’s first high-tech EV manufacturing facility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Launched Lucid Gravity SUV (2024) and began European and Middle East deliveries (2025).
  - 2026 marks the company’s 10-year anniversary and preparation for revealing its next groundbreaking model. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Partnership with Uber and Nuro for a robotaxi program signals expansion into autonomous mobility services.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Industry-leading efficiency**: Lucid’s proprietary EV technology (miniaturized drive units, advanced battery pack design) enables the longest range per kWh of any production EV on the market.
- **Vertical integration**: In-house design and manufacturing of motors, inverters, battery packs, and software, giving Lucid tight control over performance and cost.
- **Silicon Valley engineering DNA**: Founded by former Tesla executives and staffed with top talent from Tesla, Apple, and other tech/auto companies; strong focus on software, AI, and ADAS development.
- **Saudi Arabian backing**: Deep financial support from PIF provides a long-term capital runway that many EV startups lack, enabling large-scale factory investments.
- **First-mover in luxury EV SUV segment**: The Lucid Gravity enters the luxury SUV market as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model X, Rivian R1S, and Mercedes EQS SUV, with a unique range and efficiency advantage.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling production**: Ramping AMP-1 (Arizona) to full capacity and bringing AMP-2 (Saudi Arabia) online to meet global demand for Air and Gravity.
- **Global expansion**: Launching in Europe and the Middle East (2025), with a focus on luxury markets.
- **Autonomous driving**: Developing ADAS/autonomous driving technology (ADAS/AD division) and partnering with Uber/Nuro for robotaxi deployment.
- **Next-generation platform**: Preparing to unveil a new model in 2026, likely a smaller, more affordable EV to broaden market reach.
- **Sustainability**: Emphasis on efficiency as a core sustainability principle — “making the best possible use of the world’s resources” — and operating a factory powered by renewable energy. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven impact**: Employees contribute to accelerating the adoption of sustainable energy through cutting-edge EV technology. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Engineering culture**: Described as “engineers and artists, visionaries and builders” — a fast-paced, innovation-first environment where engineers work on everything from battery chemistry to ADAS machine learning. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Growth trajectory**: Rapid scaling from a startup to a global manufacturer; employees have the opportunity to “make a significant — and immediate — contribution to the future of sustainable mobility.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Work location & flexibility**: Key hubs in Newark, CA (Silicon Valley HQ); Casa Grande, AZ (manufacturing); Southfield, MI; and King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. Roles range from on-site manufacturing to hybrid/remote for software engineering. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Comprehensive benefits**: Multiple medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, up to 8 weeks paid parental leave at 100% base pay, company-paid life/AD&D/disability, equity and bonus incentives, mental health support, and on-site wellness resources. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Employee-led culture**: Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities that foster connection, diversity of thought, and inclusion. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Values-driven**: “One Team,” “Integrity in Action,” “Passion For Excellence,” “Act with Urgency,” “Ownership Mindset,” and “Breakthrough Innovation” are core principles. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)

## Sources
1. [lucidmotors.com – Company page](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
2. [lucidmotors.com – Careers page](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
3. [lucidmotors.com – Life at Lucid](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
4. [lucidmotors.com – Homepage](https://lucidmotors.com/)
5. [Greenhouse – Lucid Motors job board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lucidmotors)

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