Creative Designer

Expleo Group; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $105,000 salary

Extensive benefits package

Paid holidays and PTO

Career development

Strong team culture

Job summary

EXPLEO USA in Troy, Michigan is seeking a Creative Designer to join a dynamic and expanding team. The role focuses on delivering innovative design solutions for automotive projects, balancing client objectives with strong visual storytelling.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop 2-D and 3-D concepts, and present your ideas through compelling visuals. Portfolio is required and the company offers a competitive package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Product Design, Automotive Design, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of automotive exterior and/or interior product design experience.
• Working knowledge of Alias, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other relevant design software.
• Ability to create both production and advanced design proposals while demonstrating exceptional design intuition.
• Strong ability to artistically represent 2-D and 3-D concepts using a wide variety of presentation techniques.
• Experience with manual and digital sketching.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team environment.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Portfolio submission is required and must accompany applications to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions.
• Create production and advanced design proposals while demonstrating exceptional design intuition.
• Develop and communicate 2-D and 3-D design concepts using various presentation techniques.
• Support design reviews and presentations, communicating creative ideas clearly to stakeholders.
• Stay current on global automotive design trends to inspire product solutions.
• Drive project decisions through collaboration and influence.
• Deliver high-quality design solutions aligned with client objectives and brand identity.

Skills

Alias

Illustrator

Photoshop

Design software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Product Design, Automotive Design, or related field

Tools

Alias

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

EXPLEO USA is looking for a Creative Designer to join a dynamic and expanding team in Troy, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with internal and external partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Technical Engineers, clay sculptors, and fabrication specialists, to develop innovative design solutions.
• Create both production and advanced design proposals while demonstrating exceptional design intuition and creativity.
• Develop and communicate 2-D and 3-D design concepts using a variety of presentation techniques.
• Support design reviews and presentations, effectively communicating creative ideas and design intent to stakeholders.
• Stay current on global automotive design concepts, consumer preferences, and emerging design trends to inspire innovative product solutions.
• Contribute to project development by driving decisions through collaboration, consensus-building, and influence.
• Deliver high-quality design solutions that align with client objectives, brand identity, and customer expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Industrial Design, Product Design, Automotive Design, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of automotive exterior and/or interior product design experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of Alias, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other relevant design software.
• Ability to create both production and advanced design proposals while demonstrating exceptional design intuition.
• Strong ability to artistically represent 2-D and 3-D concepts using a wide variety of presentation techniques.
• Experience with manual and digital sketching.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team environment.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and storytelling skills.
• Strong awareness of global automotive design trends and emerging concepts.
• Portfolio submission is required and must accompany applications to be considered.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation – Up to $105,000 annually. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market‑based rates by geography.
• Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Extensive Medical Plans, Dental, Vision, HSA with company contribution, company‑sponsored Life Insurance and Short/Long‑Term Disability Insurance, and a host of voluntary plans including legal, hospital, accident, pet wellness, and 401(k) with matching.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.
• Career Development and Advancement – Expleo is a global company operating in 29 countries worldwide with a strong focus on professional growth and development.
• Strong Team Culture – Collaborate with talented professionals who value creativity, excellence, and teamwork.

Expleo is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to non‑discrimination in all stages of the recruitment process, ensuring fair and unbiased hiring practices.