Genesis Design Center - Senior Exterior Designer

Hyundai Motor Company; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision

100% employer-paid disability and life insurance

Generous paid time off

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work schedule options

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company seeks a Senior Exterior Designer at Genesis Design Center in El Segundo, California. This position involves creating innovative luxury exterior designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing advanced modeling software. Candidates must have over 6 years of automotive design experience and a relevant degree.

Hyundai offers zero cost employee medical, dental, and vision premiums, generous paid time off, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of professional design experience at an Automotive Design studio.
• Strong digital modeling skills, specifically in Alias, SubD, Maya or Blender.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative and compelling luxury exterior design proposals for concept and production cars.
• Produce presentation-ready materials to support design reviews.
• Travel up to 20% of the time domestically and internationally.

Skills

Expertise in automotive exterior design

3D modeling skills (Alias, Maya, Blender)

Communication skills

Trend analysis

Mentoring junior designers

Education

BS, BFA, MS or MFA in product/transportation design

Tools

Photoshop

VRED

Job description

Genesis Design Center is seeking a Senior Exterior Designer with a strong background in automotive exterior production design for manufacturing, combined with deep expertise in design principles, industry trends, and global standards. This role will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to create innovative, production‑feasible, and visually compelling vehicle designs that reinforce the brand’s identity and meet customer expectations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Create innovative and compelling luxury exterior design proposals for concept cars and production car programs
• Strong ability to visually communicate design proposals in the form of sketches, rendering and 3D digital modeling.
• Independently be able to quickly generate high quality 3D sketch models using Alias/SubD, Maya or Blender.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead design and follow the development of the entire automotive exterior from start to finish, including traveling to Korea.
• Research and analyze trends in automotive exterior design as well as emerging technologies, product, fashion, architecture, and have a strong interest in luxury.
• Be able to attend auto shows and other design related events.
• Be able to work self‑sufficiently, while mentoring junior designers.
• Oversee the development models with Clay and CAS sculptors.
• Work closely with Management, Engineering, Marketing, and Design Team to discuss design criteria. Incorporate the criteria to meet engineering, and manufacturing requirements.
• Produce presentation ready materials to support design reviews.
• Travel up to 20% of the time domestically and internationally.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• BS, BFA, MS or MFA in product/transportation design with a focus on interiors.
• Minimum 6+ years of professional design experience at an Automotive Design studio.
• Strong ability to utilize various types of 2D and 3D visualization software (Photoshop, VRED, etc.) and strong digital modeling skills (preferably, Alias, SubD, Maya or Blender).
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• Candidates applying for positions with Genesis must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment will be required at the time of hire.
• HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts