Sr. Manager Digital Design & Visualization

Nissan • San Diego, CA

227d • $152,057 - $236,508

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Sr. Manager Digital Design & Visualization to join our team in San Deigo, CA. The team focuses on creating photo-realistic 3D models and 2D assets of studio design proposals visualized in an aesthetically pleasing virtual environment based on design direction and target customer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Transportation Design or Industrial Design
• Min 10 years of experience in an automotive design studio with a high level of personal output and demonstrated project and people leadership responsibilities
• Working knowledge of digital design and visualization processes in a tech driven automotive design studio
• Agile scheduling and adaptation to feedback
• Add value to creative design output with a future thinking mindset
• Foster positive communication within a collaborative working environment
• Technical ecosystem evolution - plan 3, 5, 7 year strategic vision
• Train team on new software & features to increase efficiency in the studio
• Artistic use of Alias Autodesk, VRED, Blender, Unreal, After Effects
• Configure and present design reviews using VR, AR, XR systems
• Microsoft Office in a Windows PC environment
• Portfolio submission is required

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to all digital design projects in all design phases from Concept to Class A data release
• Collaboratively plan Resources, Schedule, Assign, Supervise and Coordinate 3D design property and visualization activity
• Manage timing & deliverable quality of all NDA digital 3D projects while maintaining design intent and incorporating Engineering parameters
• Manage timing & deliverable quality of all NDA visualization requests to meet the individual project needs
• Collaborate and negotiate with Engineering and Design Leadership to create production feasible proposals
• Create in a fast paced, dual brand, multiple project, collaborative, creative environment with a high level of responsibility for each designer and manager
• Create presentations and communicate design proposals visually and verbally
• Mentor project based, collaborative team for continuous growth and future vision
• Stay abreast of American and international automobile design, current technology
• Ability to work outside standard business hours to collaborate with global counterparts is required

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP)
• Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms
• Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree