Automotive Exterior & Interior Designer — 3D Modeling

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 112,000

Full time

14 days+
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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.

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