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Perkins and Will

Interior Design Director

Dallas, TX · On-site

In partnership with the studio Design Director, the Interior Design Director ensures all interiors ... Familiarity with all design phases of typical commercial scale project (s) including: programming ...

Perkins & Will

Interior Design Director

Dallas, TX · On-site

In partnership with the studio Design Director, the Interior Design Director ensures all interiors ... Familiarity with all design phases of typical commercial scale project (s) including: programming ...

Sciprex

Design Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

... functional studio and vehicle engineering team, placing priority upon the greater benefit of the ... This includes design related experience with at least some of the following areas: Side valences ...

Roblox

Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA

As a Design Engineer on the Design Acceleration team, you'll be an individual contributor focused ... Studio). * Develop agentic workflows and orchestration layers (such as Model Context Protocol ...

Sumitomo Electric

Design Engineer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Engineering analysis and design tools * Windows engineering environment Typical Day in the Role ... Collaboration with Design Studio and cross-functional vehicle teams * Opportunity to work on ...

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Method Financial

Design Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

You've worked at or contributed to places with genuine design craft: design studios, developer tooling companies, creative agencies, or strong indie dev work. * You're comfortable being the only ...

Method Financial

Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

You've worked at or contributed to places with genuine design craft: design studios, developer tooling companies, creative agencies, or strong indie dev work. * You're comfortable being the only ...

ABD STUDIO

Senior Interior Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Source and continuously update materials within the studio sample library, ensuring it remains ... Distribute design programming questionnaires to gather client preferences / requirements and inform ...

Hyundai Motor Company

$150 - $200/hr

Kia Design Center is seeking a studio engineer to bridge design and engineering for innovative, feasible vehicle concepts. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Design and engineer body structures and advanced ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for studio design engineer in the United States is $114,747.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,500.00 and $133,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a studio design engineer?

Studio Design Engineers are professionals who bridge the gap between design and engineering in industries such as automotive, architecture, and product development. They collaborate closely with designers and engineers to turn conceptual designs into feasible, manufacturable products while maintaining the intended aesthetics. Their responsibilities often include 3D modeling, technical drawings, surface development, and ensuring design intent aligns with engineering requirements. Studio Design Engineers play an essential role in bringing creative visions to life while meeting technical and production constraints.

How does a studio design engineer typically collaborate with other departments during a project?

Studio Design Engineers regularly work with cross-functional teams, including product designers, manufacturing engineers, and marketing professionals. They participate in design reviews, share progress updates, and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to ensure the final product meets both aesthetic and functional requirements. Close collaboration is essential for aligning design concepts with engineering constraints and production capabilities, making effective communication and teamwork crucial skills for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a studio design engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Studio Design Engineer, you need expertise in automotive or product design, CAD modeling, and a relevant engineering or design degree. Proficiency with industry-standard design software such as CATIA, Alias, or Rhino, as well as familiarity with rapid prototyping tools, is typically essential. Creativity, attention to detail, effective communication, and collaboration are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure innovative, manufacturable designs that meet project specifications and contribute to successful teamwork and project delivery.

Are studio design engineers in demand?

Studio design engineers are in steady demand in industries such as entertainment, architecture, and product design, especially those with skills in CAD software, 3D modeling, and project management. Employment opportunities depend on industry growth and regional market needs, with a focus on technical expertise and creative problem-solving.
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Studio Practice Leader - Mission Critical

Northville, MI • On-site

HKS, Inc.
Architectural Services • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about HKS, Inc.external

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversees projects assigned to the studio, focusing on project process, service delivery, work environment, and documentation

  • Collaborates in strategic planning, facilitates communication, and partners with leadership to achieve the firm's strategic goals

  • Manages client expectations, team communication, and consultant coordination throughout project phases

Job description

Overview:
Responsible for overall management of the respective studio and the work of multiple project teams focused on the design, development and delivery of outstanding solutions for a practice area or building type. Executes the practice strategy in the studio(s).
The Studio Practice Leader often leads multiple projects with multiple clients concurrently. The role focuses on growing leadership skills related to relationship-building, collaboration and interpersonal skills while working on great projects for exceptional clients.
Responsibilities:
  • Oversees projects assigned to respective studio by focusing on the project process, service/delivery, work environment and project documentation
  • Collaborates in strategic planning and facilitates communication for specific practice with other leaders, such as vetting studio marketing strategy and allocating needed resources
  • Partners with studio and office leadership to further the strategic goals of the firm, sector and office
  • Collaborates during the initial marketing stages through completion of construction, including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development and delivery
  • Collaborates with leaders such as Project Manager and Studio Design Leader to lead the team through all phases by guiding, advising and mentoring other designers on project work, developing design direction and leading critiques
  • Acts as a primary interface with clients for respective studio, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
  • Manages client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination for respective studio in collaboration with project team leadership
  • Monitors staffing, utilization and growth management across the studio, including recommending adjustments where necessary
  • Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of the studio relating to all staff, business and financial operations
  • Serves as a technical resource for the studio, assisting in the resolution of complex problems, and helping them grow in their roles
  • Reviews conceptual development and, in collaboration with Studio Design Leader, provides leadership, inspiration and motivation to the design team to ensure that the highest quality design documentation is produced and client satisfaction is achieved
  • Partners with Office Director as a liaison between the firm leadership and staff, communicating firm and regional initiatives and priorities
  • Emphasizes and incorporates HKS strategic priorities, such as Design Measures into client solutions
  • Operates with "ONE Firm" mindset, minimizes the sector and operational variables within the office in collaboration with Regional Practice Director
  • Integrates HKS services, expertise and innovation in all projects, while actively seeking opportunities to incorporate HKS best practices, sustainable design solutions, subject
  • matter expertise and resources strategically and efficiently for the client, user and community
  • Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues

Qualifications:
  • Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, related degree for respective field, or relevant years in education or experience
  • Licensure or certification in chosen field preferred
  • Typically 15+ years of experience, including experience in a leadership role with demonstrated success in both project work and talent/resource development
  • Significant experience in the practice area of the studio
  • Sustainable design accreditation preferred
  • Familiarity in the capability and benefits of design-related software preferred
  • Familiarity in the functionality of Vision
  • Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
  • Proficiency in logistics management including connecting people and resources to the right place at the right time
  • Successful track record in directing and providing leadership for design teams from business development presentations through developing strategy and design concepts
  • Successful track record in success building, nurturing and fostering new client relationships
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
  • Ability to work closely with design leaders to promote an inter-disciplinary design approach and philosophy, and to facilitate its advancement across the firm
  • Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
  • Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
  • Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
  • Travel will be required.

If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

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