Intern, Vehicle Quality Engineer, Summer 2025

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our Field Quality Engineering Team and perform Root Cause Analysis of Customer Reported Issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Electrical / Electronic components and be able to work independently and collaboratively to ensure our systems are functioning efficiently.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Work on Root Cause Analysis of Field Reported Issues on Vehicle Systems such as Wiring, Electronic Systems, Mechatronics Components, Chassis, ADAS, Infotainment related issues.
• Support Warranty part return tear-down and analysis Field incident scrambles and investigation.
• Cultivate a synchronized relationship with cross-functional stakeholders including Hardware and Software Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Service and Quality with the objective of driving issues to a resolution.
• Support Functional Teams to resolution of complex and/or chronic issues in an accelerated pace.
• Consolidate inputs and material from cross-functional teams to create presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Communicate progress and status at Department Lead Level.
• Support Quality Objective achievement for Customer field claims on 3 Months-In-Service/6MIS/ALL MIS, Field service cost/time reduction, and Consumer Reports.
• Represent the Voice of the Customer (VOC) and drive feedback to Design and Manufacturing Engineering teams to catalyze improvements in product, process & equipment.
• Validate that implemented fixes are effective.
• Define and implement inspection metrics, constantly striving for higher quality.
• Perform audits on New Model Prototypes, Start of Productions, and Durability Fleet.
• Feed market quality experience into new model design specifications and Lessons Learned.
• Ability to travel domestically could be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Field(s) of study: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD Degree program at an accredited university.
• Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS, PhD)
• Knowledge
• Knowledge - Experience with Electrical / Electronic components or systems such as Wiring Systems, Lighting, Connectors, Displays, Sensors, Radars, etc. is recommended.
• Previous School Projects contribution in the design, specification and implementation of Engineering Issues Resolution.
• Outstanding technical problem-solving abilities based on a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive mindset and strong work ethic
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Strong technical understanding of the fundamentals of Electrical Distribution Systems.
• Experience working with data acquisition systems.
• Experience with DFMEA, 8D, DOE other structured evaluation and problem-solving methodologies is a plus.

Program 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. You must be prepared to start onsite for your first day of employment. The working environment will be a mix of lab & office work.
• Compensation: Student compensation is based on location and current degree level, non-negotiable ranging from $26 to $48.
• Relocation: May be provided on a case to ca