Senior Lead Industrial Designer - Interiors

PACCAR Inc; Denton (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Pension plan with monthly benefits

Paid time off (vacation/holidays)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

FSA and HSA

Job summary

PACCAR Inc. in Denton, TX is seeking a Senior Vehicle Interior Designer to lead design development from concept to production, collaborating with engineering and modeling teams. You will translate styling language into digital and physical models and guide CMF strategies while communicating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities include guiding UI/UX and CMF, producing sketches and renderings, and presenting concepts to executives. Travel up to 5% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Industrial Design or Transportation Design required.
• 8+ years of professional Vehicle Design Studio Experience with proven Interior Design examples.
• Experience using Vizcom AI, Alias, Rhino CAD and Photoshop or equivalent software are required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement innovative design solutions for future and current Peterbilt truck interior designs, including advanced technology projects and subprojects.
• Experience with User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Brand Management and Colors, Materials & Finish (CMF) research and implementation.
• Knowledge and skills to independently execute multiple programs and projects through all phases of design and product development from concept through to production implementation.
• Work closely with the Digital Modelers and Modeling Staff, and engage all internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders through design development to ensure the design intent and objectives are met
• Provide design direction as necessary to follow up development of 3D CAD models and scale models to ensure a high level of surface refinement and quality of design
• Work jointly with studio designers, modelers, product planners and engineering to achieve the stated goals, and promoting clear and concise communication about project deliverables and timelines ensuring milestones are met
• Be able to communicate designs concepts through sketches and renderings and make formal presentations to Executive Level Management and internal and external customers. Document meeting highlights and action items

Education

Bachelor degree in Industrial Design or Transportation Design

Tools

Vizcom AI

Alias

Rhino CAD

Photoshop

Job description

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Date: Aug 28, 2026

Company: PACCAR

Company Information

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture, and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced power trains, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

On highways, construction sites, city streets, logging roads - everywhere our customers earn their living - Peterbilt's red oval is a familiar symbol of performance, reliability, and pride. Peterbilt has reigned as America's premium quality truck manufacturer since the company's founding in 1939. Our dedication to deliver products and services focused on improving customers' performance, image, profitability, and peace of mind truly makes Peterbilt the Class of the Industry.

Requisition Summary

Closely collaborates with Engineering, Digital Modeling teams and the Clay Modeling staff to ensure the design intent is captured in both digital surface models and physical model properties through all phases of the design and product creation process. Leverage Artificial Intelligence to maximize productivity.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and implement innovative design solutions for future and current Peterbilt truck interior designs, including advanced technology projects and subprojects.
• Experience with User Interface (UI), User Experience (UX), Brand Management and Colors, Materials & Finish (CMF) research and implementation.
• Knowledge and skills to independently execute multiple programs and projects through all phases of design and product development from concept through to production implementation.
• Work closely with the Digital Modelers and Modeling Staff, and engage all internal and external customers, suppliers, and stakeholders through design development to ensure the design intent and objectives are met
• Provide design direction as necessary to follow up development of 3D CAD models and scale models to ensure a high level of surface refinement and quality of design
• Work jointly with studio designers, modelers, product planners and engineering to achieve the stated goals, and promoting clear and concise communication about project deliverables and timelines ensuring milestones are met
• Be able to communicate designs concepts through sketches and renderings and make formal presentations to Executive Level Management and internal and external customers. Document meeting highlights and action items

Additional Job Responsibilities

Develop and effectively manage the scheduling for projects/programs including efficient & timely completion. Assess project/programs priorities and adjust assignments as necessary to maintain project objectives

Well adept in understanding the manufacturing processes, materials, and assembly and can design within the constraints

Demonstrate professional and successful communication skills (verbal/written/visual) with strong and effective interpersonal abilities

Able to identify, prioritize, and coordinate resolution of design feasibility between Industrial Design and Engineering Groups

Remain abreast of automotive and industry trends and technologies to enhance a competitive advantage

Demonstrate ability to handle multiple tasks and to rapidly respond to model or packaging revisions and product changes as requested from Product Planning, Engineering and Industrial Design staff

Assist the Chief Designer in administrative activities and planning of projects and programs

Documentation and recommendation of best practices and procedures of the design process. Implement continuous improvement

Up to 5% travel can be expected

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Industrial Design or Transportation Design required.
• 8 + years of professional Vehicle Design Studio Experience with proven Interior Design examples.
• Experience using Vizcom AI, Alias, Rhino CAD and Photoshop or equivalent software are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptionally creative, highly motivated and team oriented.
• Demonstrate ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Leadership skills, mentoring ability, with strong emotional intelligence.
• Foster a creative and innovative culture internally and externally.
• Use of VR/XR is preferred.
• Skilled use in Blender, VRED, and Gravity Sketch and other 2D/3D visualization tools is highly preferred.
• Skilled in UX, UI and CMF
• Familiarity with Parametric modeling tools, Grasshopper.

General Description of all Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an E-Verify & Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability corporation.Peterbilt promotes Diversity and Inclusion through mentorship, events, and affinity support groups – The Diversity Council, Peterbilt Women’s Initiative (PBWIN), Veterans Group, Peterbilt Black Organization for Leadership & Development (B.O.L.D),and ADVOCATE (an LGBTQ+ support group).

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