Sr. Algorithms Engineer, ESS

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 a Senior Algorithms Engineer, Energy Storage Systems. This position requires an experienced professional with a strong research background in ESS and battery systems control algorithms, combined with a passion for developing mass-market software products. 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.

You Will

• Work in a dynamic, cross-functional team to advance our cutting-edge ESS and battery control strategy
• Contribute to our world-acclaimed battery product for stationary energy storage systems and mass-market passenger vehicles
• In conjunction with hardware and systems engineers, design and optimize ESS control algorithms for best system performance and cost savings in Python or MATLAB / Simulink
• In conjunction with battery cell and algorithms engineers, develop battery models and algorithms for miscellaneous system optimizations in MATLAB / Simulink
• Implement high-performance algorithms on embedded processors
• In conjunction with battery test engineers, develop test plans to validate ESS and battery models and algorithms on HIL test platform
• In conjunction with system integration engineers, develop integration test plan to validate models and controls in ESS hardware

You Bring

• 5 years of excellent track record in developing control algorithms for battery energy storage systems, preferably on behind-the-meter applications
• Good knowledge of distribution grids, distributed energy resources (DERs), and energy management systems
• Knowledge of optimization models, optimal control and model predictive control
• Knowledge of DERs communication protocols
• Good software design principles
• Strong ability to define technical problems and carry out research independently
• Expertise in MATLAB and Simulink
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
Advantageous:
• Experience in modeling, control and testing Lithium-ion batteries
• Experience in ESS system design and integration
• Knowledge of utility communication protocols
• Knowledge of electrochemistry
• Working knowledge of power electronics control
Education Requirements:
• MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering, PhD preferred

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