Automotive Exterior & Interior Designer — 3D Modeling

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero dollar premiums on Medical,Dental

Disability and life insurance covered

Generous paid time off

Diversity-friendly global environment

Competitive salaries and retirement

Health savings accounts available

Job summary

Kia Design Center America, located in Irvine, California, is seeking a Designer I with a focus on exterior and/or interior design. The role emphasizes creating innovative proposals and presenting them through sketches, renderings, and 3D models for concept and production programs.

Applicants should have a degree in Transportation/Product Design and strong skills in 2D/3D visualization, digital modeling, and AI-assisted design.

Qualifications

• Degree in Transportation or Product Design or related field.
• Experience in automotive design a plus but not required if strong portfolio exists.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D visualization and digital modeling tools.
• Candidate must have valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative and compelling design proposals for concept and production programs.
• Visually communicate proposals via sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
• Generate high-quality 3D sketch models using Alias, SubD, Maya or Blender.
• Support design process from concept to development, including travel to Korea.
• Research automotive design trends and emerging technologies.
• Attend auto shows and design-related events.
• Collaborate with Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Design teams.
• Prepare presentation-ready materials for design reviews.

Skills

2D/3D visualization

Digital modeling

AI in design

Education

B.S./BFA/M.S./MFA in Transportation or Product Design

Tools

Alias

SubD

Maya

Blender

Job description

Kia Design Center America, located in Irvine, California, is seeking a Designer I with a focus on exterior and/or interior design. The role emphasizes creating innovative proposals and presenting them through sketches, renderings, and 3D models for concept and production programs.

Applicants should have a degree in Transportation/Product Design and strong skills in 2D/3D visualization, digital modeling, and AI-assisted design.