Automotive Design Engineer | 3D Alias/VRED | Hybrid

Kelly; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive pay

Exposure to advanced design tools

Portfolio growth opportunities

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Design Engineer to join a premier manufacturing client in Dearborn, MI. The role focuses on developing 3D concepts for vehicle branding, creating models and prototypes, and ensuring brand guidelines across touchpoints.

Work entails a hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote, offering full-time hours and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge vehicle design within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Mid-level experience as an Industrial Designer or Product Designer (required).
• Proficiency in Alias for 3D design (required).
• Experience with VRED for modeling and rendering.
• Strong hand sketching and ideation skills.
• Experience designing manufacturable parts in plastic and metal.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Preferred exposure to automotive brand design; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine 3D design concepts for vehicle badging and branded components.
• Create detailed 3D models, renderings, sketches, and prototypes using industry-standard tools.
• Ensure brand consistency and adherence to design guidelines across touchpoints.
• Collaborate with brand design, engineering and suppliers to ensure manufacturability and technical feasibility.
• Prepare and present design concepts to stakeholders and leadership, incorporating feedback.

Skills

Industrial Designer

Product Designer

Hand sketching

Communication skills

Project management

Brand/design collaboration

Tools

Alias

VRED

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Kelly is seeking a Design Engineer to join a premier manufacturing client in Dearborn, MI. The role focuses on developing 3D concepts for vehicle branding, creating models and prototypes, and ensuring brand guidelines across touchpoints.

Work entails a hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote, offering full-time hours and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge vehicle design within a collaborative environment.