Senior Automotive Exterior Designer

European Tech Recruit; Milano; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in the automotive sector seeks a Senior Automotive Exterior Designer to join their Milan Research Center. The role involves managing design projects, collaborating across teams, and bringing innovative solutions to exterior car designs. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in automotive design, strong leadership skills, and a collaborative attitude in a multicultural setting.

Competenze

• 8 to 10 years of experience in exterior car design required.
• Proficiency in modeling, rendering, and following clay models essential.
• Interest in AI tools to enhance design quality.

Mansioni

• Manage automotive exterior design projects from concept to production.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in an international environment.
• Enhance design quality and build relationships with management.

Conoscenze

2D/3D design techniques

Blender software

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Knowledge of Chinese market

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in car design

Descrizione del lavoro

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Senior Automotive Exterior Designer (m / f / d)

The position will be part of our clients' Milan Research Center, committed to enhancing the quality of our clients' products by creating a strong design ecosystem. As a Senior Automotive Designer, you will play an active role in the automotive design team, collaborating in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. You will work closely with experts in Product, User Experience, Brand, and Retail Design to shape the future of our clients' products and consumer experiences globally. The studio is located in Milan, Italy, one of Europe’s most dynamic and international cities.

What we look for in somebody who is able to :

• Generate own automotive exterior design projects, actively participating in all stages of the process to create competitive and successful solutions.
• Manage small teams to guarantee the best possible outcome of the project.
• Enhance the quality of the existing design team, leveraging creativity and professionalism gained in previous work experiences.
• Build good relationships and trust with the company’s management in presentations and reviews.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of design activities, from initial concepts to production-ready designs, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Bring strong creative enthusiasm and attention to detail, focusing on refining design solutions and exploring innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with external design resources to enhance team capabilities and actively participate in joint projects and partnerships.
• Communicate and present design concepts effectively, both internally and externally, ensuring clear and consistent understanding.
• Develop solid knowledge of the Chinese automotive market.
• Be available to travel to China or other project-related locations a few times per year to present and support projects, conduct benchmarking, and engage with the HQ design team.

Required skills :

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in car design.
• At least 8 to 10 years of experience in exterior car design, gained within a top-level agency or an in-house design team.
• Proficiency in 2D / 3D design techniques, including photo editing, modeling, and rendering.
• Advanced skills in Blender software.
• Proven record of following up clay models, both in small or full scale.
• Interest and experience with AI tools to improve design quality and efficiency.
• Proven ability to handle small design teams and willingness to take on leadership roles for specific tasks.
• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• A team player who can also work independently, with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Knowledge of the Chinese car market is a plus.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment.

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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