Mission:
Lead and contribute to the research, design, and development of advanced automotive
components and detailed parts (interior and/or exterior), driving innovation through design
excellence, user-centered thinking, and strategic use of AI-assisted design tools.
Key Responsibilities included but not limited to:
- Lead the design development of complex automotive components and detailed systems
- Drive design research on user needs, future mobility trends, materials, and emerging technologies
- Define and deliver high-quality design concepts aligned with brand DNA and product strategy
- Actively use AI-assisted tools for ideation, generative design, optimization, and visualization
- Supervise and mentor junior designers and interns
- Produce and validate sketches, 2D/3D models, Class-A or near-production surfaces, renderings,
and design presentations
- Collaborate closely with engineering, UX/UI, CMF, innovation, and manufacturing teams
- Ensure integration of technical, ergonomic, regulatory, sustainability, and industrial constraints
- Participate in strategic design reviews, decision-making, and innovation workshops
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Design, Product Design, Transportation Design, or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in automotive or transportation design
- Strong portfolio demonstrating component design leadership, detailing excellence, and innovation
capability
- Advanced experience with AI-driven design workflows (concept generation, generative design,
visual exploration)
- Ability to define, customize, and optimize AI tools within the design process
- Critical assessment and refinement of AI-generated outputs to meet brand and production
standards
- Strong interest in AI, data-driven design, and emerging digital technologies applied to mobility
- Expert sketching skills (hand and digital)
- Advanced 3D modeling and surfacing tools (Alias, Catia, Rhino, Blender, SolidWorks or similar)
- Adobe Creative Suite and advanced visualization tools
- In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and automotive standards
- Strong sensitivity to UX, ergonomics, CMF, and sustainability
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong design leadership and mentoring abilities
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence decision-making
- High level of autonomy, rigor, and creativity