Interaction Designer (m/f/d)

Changan Europe; München; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Munich is seeking an Interaction Design Engineer. The candidate will integrate localized ecosystem resources to enhance vehicle models and conduct in-depth market analysis. The ideal applicant has a relevant degree, several years in a similar role, and a passion for automotive trends. This full-time position focuses on delivering innovative user experiences in vehicle design and technology integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in relevant disciplines.
• Several years of experience in a similar role.
• Understanding of vehicle structures and automotive electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Benchmark local intelligent network technology for vehicle designs.
• Plan differentiated functional experiences for European models.
• Develop partnerships for localized ecosystem resources like charging maps.

Skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of automotive technology

Understanding of user experience design

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

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About the Role

As an Interaction Design Engineer (m/f/d) you will be responsible for integrating localized ecosystem resources (e.g., map navigation, mobile data, gaming, music, etc.); deeply analyze differentiated functional and experiential needs in local markets, and implement them in specific vehicle models. Your insights play a pivotal role in providing expert recommendations for developing products and services tailored to local customer preferences.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for benchmarking on local intelligent network technology and the design on intelligent driving cabin and Connected Vehicle Services;
• Responsible for planning of differentiated functional experiences and application on products and planning on platformization and modularization, and simplified status management of key high-value components for European models;
• Responsible for benchmarking and partnership development of localized ecosystem resources for both mobile and cloud platforms, including charging maps, parking space availability, after-sales services, social communities, and data connectivity.
• Responsible for benchmarking and collaboration with in-vehicle ecosystem resources, covering voice assistants, language support, video streaming, music, gaming, and telecom operator integrations.
• Supports product development and specialized teams (e.g., performance validation) in acquiring localized technical benchmarking data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above, preferred majors include Product Planning, Industrial Design, Vehicle Engineering, Game Design, Web Design, or similar qualifications.
• Several years of working experience in a similar role.
• Understand the basic structure of vehicles and be familiar with the fundamental working principles of automotive electrical appliances.
• Passionate about exploring emerging trends, with deep insights into automotive usage scenarios and pain points, committed to driving innovative breakthroughs.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing