Senior Automotive Component & Detail Designer (Research & Innovation)

About the role

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

• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & well-being coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family building benefit covering fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy
• Generous paid time off including 17+ paid holidays with year-end shut-down from December 24th through New Year's Day, vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave
• Competitive retirement savings plans with employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions, plus employer contribution even if you don't contribute
• Income protection & insurance options including employer-provided and voluntary plans such as life insurance, group accident, and critical illness
• Company vehicle lease program for eligible employees and immediate families with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included, plus exclusive discounts on Stellantis products
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year

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