Senior Automotive Component & Detail Designer (Research & Innovation)

Stellantis • Auburn Hills, MI

40d

About The Position

Lead and contribute to the research, design, and development of advanced automotive components and detailed parts (interior and/or exterior), driving innovation through design excellence, user-centered thinking, and strategic use of AI-assisted design tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Design, Product Design, Transportation Design, or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in automotive or transportation design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating component design leadership, detailing excellence, and innovation capability
• Advanced experience with AI-driven design workflows (concept generation, generative design, visual exploration)
• Ability to define, customize, and optimize AI tools within the design process
• Critical assessment and refinement of AI-generated outputs to meet brand and production standards
• Strong interest in AI, data-driven design, and emerging digital technologies applied to mobility
• Expert sketching skills (hand and digital)
• Advanced 3D modeling and surfacing tools (Alias, Catia, Rhino, Blender, SolidWorks or similar)
• Adobe Creative Suite and advanced visualization tools
• In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and automotive standards
• Strong sensitivity to UX, ergonomics, CMF, and sustainability

Nice To Haves

• Strong design leadership and mentoring abilities
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence decision-making
• High level of autonomy, rigor, and creativity

Responsibilities

• Lead the design development of complex automotive components and detailed systems
• Drive design research on user needs, future mobility trends, materials, and emerging technologies
• Define and deliver high-quality design concepts aligned with brand DNA and product strategy
• Actively use AI-assisted tools for ideation, generative design, optimization, and visualization
• Supervise and mentor junior designers and interns
• Produce and validate sketches, 2D/3D models, Class-A or near-production surfaces, renderings, and design presentations
• Collaborate closely with engineering, UX/UI, CMF, innovation, and manufacturing teams
• Ensure integration of technical, ergonomic, regulatory, sustainability, and industrial constraints
• Participate in strategic design reviews, decision-making, and innovation workshops

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior