Intern, Power Conversion Control Engineer – Summer 2023

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobilityAt 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.We are currently seeking an intern, Power Conversion Control Engineer. This position requires an experienced professional with a basic understanding of power electronics, embedded software, and a passion for working on EV’s. 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/Responsibilities:

• Develop controls strategy 
• Contribute to defining control algorithms for power conversion control for in-house on-board chargers and Energy Storage Eco-System 
• Simulate the control algorithm and theoretical analysis using PLECS and develop PLECS/Plexim based HILL system 
• Test, validate, and troubleshoot controller implementation on test bench and final product 
• Work hands on by testing the logic on high voltage systems 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with power electronics 
• Experience with embedded software 
• Exposure to AC/DC and DC/DC Topology 
• Understanding of PLECS/Plexim, HILL and High Voltage
• Experienced with C programming

Nice to have:

• Experience with power conversion, racing vehicles, or automotive projects  
• Exposure to software electronic development 
• Experience with Internships in related fields 

Education:

• Field(s)of study: Power Electronics or related fields
• Will consider undergrads Junior level or above: Pursuing Bachelor’s or master's degree 
• Graduated eligible for this internship up to 12 months after graduation 

Information:

• Timing: May- August, or June-September pending class schedules.  
• Duration of Internship: Our internship program is 12 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs. 
• Work Location & Environment:   This position will be in Newark, CA, and is fully in person.  The working environment will be in our lab. 
• Relocation: One round trip flight to the assigned work location from/to permanent residence.   
• Housing/Transportation: You must provide your own living arrangements and transportation in the local area.  
• Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent on clearing a background check.  
• Drug Screening: All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug screen.   
• Medical benefits: Dental and vision on day 1 for all interns working 32+ hours a week; medical for interns in California working 32+ hours a week. 

Be a part of something amazing: Come work alongside some of the best and most accomplished minds in the industry.  Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, California, Lucid Motors is making significant breakthroughs in clean technology. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for brilliant minds who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you want to actively work towards creating a better, sustainable future, we’d love to have you join our team! At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.Notice regarding COVID-19 protocols  At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States may or may not be required to provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses). Vaccination requirements are dependent upon location and position, please refer to the job description for more details. Individuals in positions requiring vaccinations may seek a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement and may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team. To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.