Director, Technology and Innovation

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

At Lucid, we don’t just imagine the future of mobility, we build it. As Director of Advanced Technology and Innovation, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping next-generation electric vehicles. You will lead our Advanced Product Creation team in defining and delivering the engineering solutions and breakthrough technologies that will power the future of Lucid products. From idea to execution, you’ll transform concepts into reality by driving alignment across engineering domains, guiding innovation priorities, and ensuring readiness for future programs.

You Will:

• Lead the Lucid Technology and Innovation Council, driving collaboration and decision-making across engineering teams.
• Source, collect, and evaluate emerging technologies and innovation ideas from across the company.
• Align technology opportunities with Lucid’s long-term product vision, prioritizing those with the greatest impact.
• Oversee technology readiness assessments and guide projects until they’re adopted into formal programs.
• Manage multiple complex, high-visibility projects in a fast-paced, demanding environment
•  Partner with engineering leaders to secure executive support, funding, and resources for development.

You Bring:

• 12+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ years in automotive new product creation.
• Proven track record of driving new technology development from concept through integration.
• Strong ability to connect customer experience with technical solutions.
• Detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Advanced experience with tools like Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet.
• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes (extrusions, castings, stampings, etc.).
• Hands-on experience collaborating with suppliers on specifications, releases, and change management.
• A creative, resourceful mindset with the ability to thrive in fast-moving, constrained, and innovative startup environments.

Great To Have:

• Proven history with systems engineering design
• Experience with HV Architecture Design
• Experience with LV Architecture Design
• Knowledge of communication protocols in modern automobiles, Ethernet, CAN, and LIN.
• Hands-on practical experience in prototype assembly, vehicle assembly or vehicle service
• Proven history in complete production cycle of vehicle controllers, model-based design, tuning, SIL/HIL testing and vehicle deployment
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and their architecture.

Education Requirements:

• BS/BEng or MS/MEng, or equivalent experience, in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Higher level degrees strongly preferred

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.   Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)Base Pay Range (Annual)$227,500—$333,630 USD

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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