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Lucidmotors· Posted Oct 26, 2026

Senior Controls Engineer – Motion Controls Architecture

Southfield, MIfull time

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Lucidmotors Senior Controls Engineer at Lucidmotors to architect and design control systems for vehicle ride and handling via motor, brake, steering, and suspension actuation. Apply control theory and digital signal processing to achieve desired vehicle dynamics.

Responsibilities

Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches problem solving 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.
Application of concepts in control theory to a variety of domains like vehicle longitudinal dynamics, handling dynamics, ride dynamics and NVH to achieve desired vehicle attributes
Application of digital signal processing, digital controls and communication protocols to arrive at the best possible controls architecture on hardware and in software
Employ linear analysis techniques and frequency domain analysis
Perform system analysis of the controls architecture to identify noise factors and potential failure modes
Develop requirements and related test cases for features modeled in Matlab/Simulink
Assist integration of features into the controller code base
Occasional travel for vehicle testing

Qualification

Good understanding of C/C++Common understanding of ISO 26262

Required

Minimum 4 years of experience with control systems
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive systems, or other related technical fields is required
Good knowledge of model-based design using Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow
Good understanding of vehicle handling and ride dynamics
Good understanding of state estimation and sensor fusion techniques
Expertise in control theory concepts like classical control theory, modern control theory, MRAC, non-linear control theory, robust control
Working knowledge of powertrain hardware such as motors, gear reductions, shafts, etc.
Working knowledge of chassis hardware such as dampers, springs, anti-roll bars, brakes, steering etc.