Interior Design Manager – Lead OEM Car Interior Concepts

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-dollar medical, dental, andVision

Full employer-paid disability and life

Generous paid time off

Global environment with diversity

Competitive salaries

Travel up to 20%

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) in Irvine, CA seeks an Interior Design Manager to lead the development of automotive interior programs from concept to production. You will manage timing and budgets, work with engineering and suppliers, and guide a team of designers to deliver compelling interiors.

The role requires 8+ years in the OEM automotive industry, proficiency in design tools, and the ability to travel up to 20% for global alignment and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• Degree in Transportation Design or equivalent.
• Experience in OEM automotive interior design is required.
• 8+ years in the OEM automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end interior design programs from concept to production.
• Oversee project timing and budget for Interior Design Department.
• Lead a team of Interior Designers and mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with engineering and suppliers to balance design and feasibility.
• Create visual presentations for projects for executive management.

Education

BS/BFA/MS/MFA in Transportation Design

Tools

Alias

Photoshop

Illustrator

Blender

VRED

Sub-D

AI Software

MS Office

Clay

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) in Irvine, CA seeks an Interior Design Manager to lead the development of automotive interior programs from concept to production. You will manage timing and budgets, work with engineering and suppliers, and guide a team of designers to deliver compelling interiors.

The role requires 8+ years in the OEM automotive industry, proficiency in design tools, and the ability to travel up to 20% for global alignment and vendor coordination.