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Role Overview
We’re looking for an Exterior Design Manager to join our growing team of creative visionaries. Be open to go beyond traditional automotive design and move into the next level of defining the future of automotive Exteriors. You’ll have the opportunity to create and lead the new Exterior designs for coming show and production vehicles and be responsible for taking Exteriors from research and early concept stage, to 3D surfacing, clay modeling, prototyping and oversee development to production. Our ideal candidate is inspired by the future of car design and technology and passionate about creating groundbreaking, futuristic automotive Exterior designs.
You’ll collaborate effectively with multiple internal teams including design departments, marketing, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain in cross-functional teams for implementation of Exterior design for production vehicles. You’re a lifelong learner and a passionate hands-on designer.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for both concept and production Exteriors of vehicles
- Hands on Exterior design manager with digital skills in Photoshop, sketching, Vred/Keyshot and basic Alias or equivalent
- Manage the development of entire automotive Exterior from early concept sketch through to production
- Management of all Exterior design activities and Exterior design team personnel
- Perform all research and design exploration for new vehicle Exteriors
- Responsible for project timing and budget of Exterior design department
- Work closely with design departments, marketing, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain in cross-functional teams for implementation of Exterior design for production vehicles.
- Work closely with suppliers and manage the design process throughout the development to SOP
- Organize professional Exterior design presentations for development groups and executive management
- Stay current with latest trends in automotive exterior and interior design as well as consumer electronics, product, fashion, architectural and related design field.
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum 8 years in OEM automotive Exterior studios including a leadership role (Production vehicle)
- BS, BFA, MS or MFA in transportation design
- Passion for automotive Exterior design
- Knowledge of current automotive design trends and technology
- Forward, innovative thinking for future vehicles
- Understanding of vehicle ergonomic requirements
- Excellent understanding of production vehicle design practices, general vehicle development processes, timing and product cycles
- Experience working in cross-departmental teams and balancing design intent with vehicle feasibility
- Strong organizational, inter-personal, project management and presentational skills
- Professional, motivated and pro-active working attitude
- Ability to travel, show passion and dedication to learn and integrate into a modern flexible work schedule.
- Proficient PC or Mac skills - current Office 365: Word, PPT, Excel and MS Project software knowledge
- Highly skilled in 2D digital sketching programs: Photoshop or equivalent
- Skilled in CAS 3D surface and 3D visualization programs: Alias, VRED, Keyshot or equivalent
Behaviors
- Strong leader and collaborator, who ensures the success of others
- You are a curious problem solver who tries to understand a problem to its essence
- You are flexible, adaptable, and able to change direction if necessary
- Ability to multi-task and work independently to prioritize duties with minimal supervision in order to meet deadlines