Staff Engineer, Antenna RF

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

We are seeking a passionate & highly motivated Staff Antenna Systems Engineer to lead the development & implementation of cutting-edge wireless technologies across Lucid's current and future vehicle platforms. The Staff Antenna Systems Engineer will play a pivotal role in defining, developing, and delivering end-to-end antenna solutions across the Lucid vehicle portfolio. This individual will lead antenna system development across Cellular, Wi-Fi, BLE, GNSS, UWB, V2X, AM/FM/DAB, Satellite Connectivity, Automotive Radar & other emerging wireless technologies. The role requires advanced expertise in 3D electromagnetic simulation, antenna design, standalone antenna characterization, vehicle level testing and optimization, and technical collaboration with suppliers, vendors, internal & external partners.

Job Responsibilities:

• Define & design passive & active antenna system architectures for vehicle telematics, infotainment, access control, ADAS, radio (FM/AM/DAB) etc. across multiple wireless technologies.
• Perform 3D EM & circuit level simulations using industry standard tools such as CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS/HFSS 3D Layout, ANSYS Circuit & Keysight ADS.
• Predict antenna performance in both standalone & fully integrated vehicle environments.
• Correlate simulation results with measured data & drive design improvements.
• Lead integration of antennas into vehicle structures such as glass, roof modules, liftgates, side mirrors, front/rear fascias etc.
• Evaluate vehicle-level impacts on antenna performance caused by body structures, wiring harnesses, trim, glazing, and electronic modules.
• Collaborate with ME, EMC, EE, SW engineering teams to achieve robust wireless over the air performance.
• Conduct RF link budget analysis and wireless system performance assessments.
• Evaluate & mitigate coexistence and de-sense issues across multiple radios.
• Lead technical discussions & design reviews with antenna suppliers.
• Develop antenna validation plans, test methodologies, analyze test data & implement corrective actions when performance targets are not achieved.
• Present technical recommendations to engineering leadership & executive teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in antenna/RF systems design for automotive/consumer-electronics or aerospace industries for multiple wireless technologies.
• Advanced expertise in using modelling and simulation tools like MATLAB, CST Studio Suite, ANSYS HFSS, Keysight ADS etc. for antenna stand-alone simulation & full vehicle integration simulation analysis.
• Experience with RF lab equipment such as VNA, spectrum/signal analyzer, RF signal generators, callboxes etc.
• Experience with prototyping and implementation of complex antenna designs.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, collaboration & communication skills, with the ability to influence and build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel 10% of the time to Lucid production facilities, external vehicle test labs & ranges etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in electrical engineering with a focus on Electromagnetics/antenna or related fields along with 3+ years of industry experience in automotive or aerospace or telecommunications industries.
• Experience in phased-array antenna development & optimization including AoA estimation & beamforming.
• Experience in passive-entry localization technologies such as UWB & Bluetooth LE Channel Sounding.
• Expertise in RF coexistence and de-sense mitigation through simulation, analysis, and troubleshooting.
• Expertise in predicting & optimizing vehicle-level wireless performance through comprehensive end to end RF link budget analysis.
• Familiar with regulatory & carrier certification requirements for FCC, CE, PTCRB, AT&T, T-Mobile etc.
• Knowledge of wireless chipset selection, characterization & board level integration design & optimization.

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. Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Base Pay Range (Annual) $179,400 — $263,120 USD

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.