Lucid Motors - Intern, Vehicle Engineering, Summer 2026, application via Ri at RippleMatch Opportunities

Newark, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

51.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

CAD Design, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Printing, Data Analysis, Project Management, Prototyping, Technical Communication, Collaboration, Troubleshooting, Fabrication, Scripting, Signal Processing, Optimization, Automotive Engineering, Structural Components, Hands-on Experience

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

This role is with Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors uses RippleMatch to find top talent. Intern, Vehicle Engineering, Summer 2026 Location: Newark, CA As the Intern, Vehicle Engineer, you must possess a strong understanding of CAD design and mechanical engineering fundamentals. As our ideal candidate, you exhibit a can-do attitude and approach your work with vigor and determination. You can successfully demonstrate excellence in your respective field, possess the ability to learn quickly and strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment. Please note this is a pipeline req, by applying to this role, you are interested in at least one of the following teams: Body Structures Chassis Engineering, Suspension Structures Chassis and Vehicle Dynamics Closures Interior Trim Lighting Systems Seating Systems Vehicle Architecture, Vehicle Package Structural Safety CAE Role/Responsibilities: · Own one or more technical projects related to Vehicle Engineering Design, create and test with prototype parts including 3D prints to improve existing designs and validate their own concepts · Validate the designs of components for release and work closely on a cross functional team to improve existing designs Apply data-driven decision making in a collaborative environment to solve complex problems and questions Support other engineers on the team in data collection and analysis, component/system design, vehicle modelling and simulation, project management and logistics, physical part testing and validation, and hands-on prototyping Ask questions, absorb knowledge, and make the most of this opportunity to practice and grow your skills - we're here to help you as much as you're here to help us! Preferred Qualifications: Experience with at least one 3D CAD program (CATIA, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Creo, etc) DIY design portfolio of scholastic and extracurricular projects, 3Dx or CATIA is preferred Strong understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals Basic understanding of how to make plastic and metal parts: injection molding tools, 3D-printing prototypes, die castings, materials and resins, sheet metal manufacturing and other fabrication processes. A mechanically oriented mindset, thinking about how things work, how they are made, how they are assembled and how they benefit from design. Hands-on experience making or fixing parts to improve how they work, how much they cost or how easy they are to make. Great technical communication skills in both thought process, design details and analysis. A successful candidate will speak with external suppliers and make presentations for internal topics to name a few of their key tasks. Ability to work in a highly collaborative and cross functional environment Self starter mentality, with a strong ability to troubleshoot issues and have strong communication skills Nice to Have: Related work experience in a previous engineering internship in product design or past intern experience in Auto or similar is a plus Hands on mechanical engineering experience Experience in the design and validation of structural components Experience with fabrication and building prototypes is a major plus Experience with scripting tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C++, etc.) for scientific computing and/or data analysis methods (e.g., signal processing, optimization, data representation, etc.) Participation and leadership in Formula SAE Electric, Baja SAE, Solar Car or other extracurricular automotive teams is a major plus! Education: Field(s) of study: Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design or related fields Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree program at an accredited university Proof of enrollment in current or into next program (MS) 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 $35 to $51 (subject to changes). Relocation: May be provided on a case to case basis. 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, vision, and medical on day 1 for all interns working full-time. Visa Sponsorship: Lucid may but is not obligated to sponsor foreign national employees requiring company sponsorship for U.S employment authorization.

Responsibilities

The intern will own one or more technical projects related to Vehicle Engineering, including designing, creating, and testing prototype parts. They will validate designs and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve existing designs.