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BRP

Sr Industrial Designer, Vehicle Design

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$87K - $93K/yr

Sr. Industrial Designer - Vehicle design At BRP, design is about creating emotion, not just movement. Our products come to life through bold ideas, deep user understanding, and a passion for ...

BRP

Sr Industrial Designer, Vehicle Design

Palm Bay, FL · On-site

$87K - $93K/yr

Sr. Industrial Designer - Vehicle design At BRP, design is about creating emotion, not just movement. Our products come to life through bold ideas, deep user understanding, and a passion for ...

General Motors

Designer, Vehicle OS

Warren, MI · On-site

The Role The GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is looking for an experienced Designer who is passionate about collaboration across design, software, and engineering teams. In this role, you ...

General Motors

Designer, Vehicle OS

Warren, MI · Hybrid

The Role The GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is looking for an experienced Designer who is passionate about collaboration across design, software, and engineering teams. In this role, you ...

General Motors

Designer, Vehicle OS

Warren, MI · Hybrid

The Role The GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is looking for an experienced Designer who is passionate about collaboration across design, software, and engineering teams. In this role, you ...

General Motors

Senior Designer - In Vehicle

Warren, MI · On-site +1

$95K - $102K/yr

The Role GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is hiring an experienced Designer to help shape the future of in-vehicle digital experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with partners ...

General Motors

Senior Designer - In Vehicle

Warren, MI · On-site

$95K - $102K/yr

The Role GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is hiring an experienced Designer to help shape the future of in-vehicle digital experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with partners ...

General Motors

Senior Designer - In Vehicle

Warren, MI · On-site +1

$95K - $102K/yr

The Role GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is hiring an experienced Designer to help shape the future of in-vehicle digital experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with partners ...

General Motors

Senior Designer - In Vehicle

Warren, MI · On-site +1

$96K - $103K/yr

The Role GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is hiring an experienced Designer to help shape the future of in-vehicle digital experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with partners ...

General Motors

Senior Designer - In Vehicle

Warren, MI · On-site +1

$95K - $102K/yr

The Role GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is hiring an experienced Designer to help shape the future of in-vehicle digital experiences. In this role, you will collaborate with partners ...

Brevard County

SCAT Vehicle Operator III

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$20.47/hr

Performs skilled service work in the operation of a large public transportation vehicle designed to carry sixteen (16) or more passengers. REQUIREMENTS:One (1) year of experience driving a passenger ...

Instant Imprints

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Production Designer and Vehicle Wrap specialist

Boise, ID · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Production Designer (Adobe Illustrator + Vehicle Wrap Specialist) Instant Imprints Boise - Part-Time to Full-Time (Growth Position) Boise, Idaho Instant Imprints Boise is growing fast, and we're ...

Instant Imprints

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Production Designer and Vehicle Wrap specialist

Boise, ID · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Production Designer (Adobe Illustrator + Vehicle Wrap Specialist) Instant Imprints Boise - Part-Time to Full-Time (Growth Position) Boise, Idaho Instant Imprints Boise is growing fast, and we're ...

Waymo

Senior Industrial Designer

Mountain View, CA · Hybrid

The portfolio should showcase broad exploration and understanding of vehicle designs * A degree in Industrial Design, Transportation or a related field, or equivalent practical experience We prefer:

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for vehicle designer in the United States is $65,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Vehicle Designer, you need a strong background in industrial or automotive design, engineering principles, and proficiency in CAD software, typically supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with tools like Autodesk Alias, CATIA, or SolidWorks, as well as knowledge of vehicle regulations and materials, is crucial. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you translate ideas into innovative, functional designs and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities ensure the creation of safe, aesthetically pleasing, and market-ready vehicles that meet both consumer needs and industry standards.

What is the difference between Vehicle Designer vs Automotive Engineer?

AspectVehicle DesignerAutomotive Engineer
Primary FocusConceptual design, aesthetics, and styling of vehiclesEngineering, development, and testing of vehicle systems
Required CredentialsDesign degree, portfolio, CAD skillsEngineering degree, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, CAD labsResearch labs, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageAutomotive, transportation designAutomotive manufacturing, R&D

Vehicle Designers focus on the visual and aesthetic aspects of vehicle development, creating concepts and styling. Automotive Engineers work on the technical engineering, ensuring functionality and safety. Both roles are essential in the automotive industry but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

What does a vehicle designer do?

A vehicle designer is responsible for creating the visual appearance, style, and overall aesthetics of vehicles such as cars, trucks, and motorcycles. They blend creativity with technical knowledge to design both the exterior and interior of vehicles, considering factors like functionality, ergonomics, and safety. Vehicle designers often use digital modeling, sketching, and computer-aided design (CAD) software to bring their ideas to life and work closely with engineers to ensure their designs are feasible and meet industry standards.

What are the typical collaboration points between a vehicle designer and other departments during a project?

Vehicle designers regularly collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and marketing teams throughout the design process. Early stages involve working closely with engineers to ensure concepts are both aesthetically appealing and technically feasible. As the project progresses, vehicle designers coordinate with manufacturing to align their designs with production constraints and cost considerations. Regular feedback sessions with marketing help ensure that the final design meets customer preferences and aligns with brand identity, making teamwork and communication skills essential for success in this role.
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Sr Industrial Designer, Vehicle Design

Sr Industrial Designer, Vehicle Design

BRP

Palm Bay, FL • On-site

$87K - $93K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Sr. Industrial Designer - Vehicle design
At BRP, design is about creating emotion, not just movement. Our products come to life through bold ideas, deep user understanding, and a passion for innovation shared by our teams around the world.
As a Vehicle Designer, you will help shape the next generation of recreational vehicles by transforming ideas into functional, innovative, and emotionally compelling concepts. Working closely with Product Development teams, you'll explore new forms, materials, and user experiences to create products that exceed customer expectations and define the future of BRP.
BECOME PART OF OUR TEAM
Here at BRP, we're creating new ways to get people moving forward, where their experiences are measured by emotion rather than distance. All around the world, our products, achievements, and aspirations are a reflection of our teams' exceptional expertise. Want to bring your true self on this adventure?
YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
YOUR FIRST-YEAR DELIVERABLES
  • Conceptualize, design, and develop functional, innovative, and ergonomic solutions that lead to the best recreational products and experiences
  • Develop and initiate projects that exceed customers' needs
  • Ride and test vehicles to get to know the Brand and the Portfolio of products.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead or co-lead exploration and conceptualization of various aspects related to the design of innovative vehicles with a high emotional content
  • Play a major role in developing and validating concepts, working closely with the Product Development teams
  • Collaborate closely with modelers, engineers, UX, and strategy teams
  • Translate brand DNA and segment needs into compelling design concepts
  • Develop a strong emphasis on design storytelling and CMF awareness.
  • Produce a high level of sketching and production-aware surfacing.
  • Lead brainstorming sessions and determine how to meet latent user needs
  • Suggest fresh ideas for concepts, materials and creations
  • Mentoring Jr. Industrial designers in your team

YOU'LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in industrial design (product or transport design) or a Master's degree in the same discipline
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience designing and developing recreational vehicles, powersports or automotive.
  • Ability to communicate in English.
  • Strong ability to communicate ideas by sketching as well as specialized knowledge of 2D and 3D design software. (PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR PORTFOLIO IN YOUR APPLICATION)
  • Solid knowledge of recent trends in design, assembly systems, manufacturing processes and the transportation industry.
  • Ability to lead a project from concept to production.
  • Required to be onsite 50% of the time in the Palm Bay office.

Preferred :
  • Bilingual
  • Experience using Alias, Blender, Photoshop and AI tools.

Do you have other qualifications? Tell us what is unique about you that is a great addition to the team.
AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.
Let's start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:
  • Annual bonus based on the company's financial results
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401k offering with a dollar-for-dollar match

What about some feel-good extra perks:
  • Flexible work schedule for eligible positions
  • Holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Years
  • Educational resources and growth opportunities
  • Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP
We're a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 16,500 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it's not about the destination; It's about the journey.
BRP US Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability status, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable law.
If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, you may contact us at careers.us@brp.com.

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