Genesis Senior Interior Designer

Hyundai Motor Company; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; 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

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company in El Segundo, California, is seeking a talented automotive interior designer to create innovative luxury designs for concept and production cars. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and leading design projects from inception to execution.

The ideal candidate will have a BS/MS in design and over 6 years of experience in an automotive studio, along with proficiency in 3D modeling software such as Alias and Blender. Hyundai offers extensive benefits including zero dollar employee premiums for health coverage.

The role requires travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of professional design experience at an Automotive Design studio.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative luxury interior design proposals for vehicles.
• Lead entire automotive interior development from start to finish.
• Research trends and analyze technologies in interior design.

Skills

3D digital modeling

Design communication

Trend analysis

Leadership

Software proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Photoshop

VRED

Alias/SubD

Maya

Blender

Job description

Deep understanding of automotive interior production design for manufacturing, with an equally strong understanding of automotive design principles, trends, and industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative and aesthetically pleasing interior designs that align with the company's brand image and customer expectations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Create innovative and compelling luxury interior 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 interior from start to finish, including traveling to Korea.
• Research and analyze trends in automotive interior 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