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As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director automotive interior design in the United States is $112,687.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Automotive Interior Design vs Automotive Interior Designer?

AspectDirector Automotive Interior DesignAutomotive Interior Designer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Design, Engineering, or related field; extensive industry experienceBachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or related field
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing teams, collaborating with executives and suppliersDesign studio or corporate office focusing on concept creation and detailing
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, project management, team leadership, high-level design decisionsConcept development, sketching, CAD modeling, detailed interior design work

The main difference is that the Director Automotive Interior Design leads and manages design teams and strategies, while the Automotive Interior Designer focuses on creating and detailing interior concepts. The director has broader responsibilities, including project oversight and coordination, whereas the designer concentrates on the creative and technical aspects of interior design.

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Infographic showing various Director Automotive Interior Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,687 per year, or $54.2 per hour.
Automotive Interior Engineer

Automotive Interior Engineer

SWJ TECHNOLOGY, LLC

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking an Interior Engineer for an assigned project with a client in the automotive industry. The role is based in Novi, MI or Charlotte NC and requires onsite presence and occasional travel. If you are eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.
PURPOSE: 
The Interior Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and integration of vehicle interior systems and components. This role ensures that all interior parts meet functional, aesthetic, ergonomic, safety, quality, cost, and regulatory requirements while supporting program timing and manufacturing feasibility for next-generation vehicles.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and develop automotive interior components and systems, including:
    • Instrument panels
    • Door panels and trim
    • Center consoles
    • Seating components
    • Headliners, pillars, and interior trim
  • Translate styling themes and functional requirements into producible engineering designs
  • Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and specifications
  • Conduct concept feasibility studies and trade-off analyses
  • Ensure compliance with automotive standards and regulations (FMVSS, ECE, OEM-specific)
  • Support prototype builds, tooling development, and production launch activities
  • Perform DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and validation testing (fit, finish, acoustics, durability, ergonomics)
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with:
    • Styling and UX teams
    • Manufacturing and quality teams
    • Purchasing and supply chain
    • Suppliers and external partners
  • Manage supplier technical deliverables and support supplier design reviews
  • Support cost reduction, weight optimization, and material selection initiatives
  • Track issues and lead problem-solving through engineering change management
  • Participate in vehicle integration reviews and build events
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in automotive interior component design and development.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Expertise in interior systems with specialization in one or more of the following:
    • Restraints (airbags, seatbelts)
    • Carpets, soft trim, and insulators
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (CATIA V5/V6, NX, or Creo).
  • Strong understanding of injection-molded plastics and soft trim materials (e.g., TPO, leather, fabric, foam).
  • Solid knowledge of structural and cosmetic design requirements.
  • Experience with GD&T and production tolerancing.
  • Familiarity with automotive development cycles and product launch processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively with suppliers and external partners.
  • Knowledge of VW systems is a plus.
  • Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
  • Ability to follow engineering direction and adapt designs to meet safety, regulatory, and performance requirements. Exposure to functional safety concepts (ISO 26262)
REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Experience with Volkswagen
  • Willingness to travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices.
FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:
  • Location: Novi, MI or Charlotte NC
  • Schedule: Full Time/ 40 hours per week
  • Travel: 20% domestics travel
  • Overtime: as required
  • Assignment Start: June 2026 – December 2030
  • Duration: up to 4.5 years

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., NGE EQUIPMENT and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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