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Color and Trim
California, USA
Posted 6 days ago
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking a junior to senior level CMF Designer to develop all aspects of color, surface and materials associated with interior and exterior automotive design projects and present information in various digital and physical formats to design and management reviews.
This opportunity is onsite in Southern California.
Pay Range: $60,000/year to $130,000/year (based upon experience and skill level)
Responsibilities:
- In depth knowledge of design trends, especially automotive related, current technology and the cultural/sociological impact on future color and material design.
- Communicate trend information regarding color design activities using trend and image boards or PowerPoint presentations for review.
- Evaluate, benchmark, and analyze competition and similar production finishes to create informative reports.
- Develop and design surface materials (graphics, color, trims, textiles, and grains) for visible surfaces and parts through sketches, 2D or 3D images. (e.g. exterior and interior form).
- Create and propose unique color and materials concepts using Insight, creativity, and resourcefulness.
- Develop color design strategies.
- Effectively communicate design vision for product and brand experience
- Develop and utilize all forms of automotive materials in creating color, pattern, and texture.
- Demonstrate unique and innovative solutions that push boundaries yet are producible with high levels of quality.
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or BA or BFA required.
- Working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Excel.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. - sponsorship not available at this time.
Job Features
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking a junior to senior level CMF Designer to develop all aspects of color, surface and materials associated with interior and exterior automotive design projects...
Design, Exterior Designer, Interior Designer
USA
Posted 7 days ago
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking an Industrial Designer with a strong foundation of traditional artistic skills and a deep understanding of modern product and transportation design. Skills would include the ability to produce innovative, emotional designs through sketching, rendering, tape drawings, and basic modelling, with the ability to bring pen and paper sketches to a digital format through Computer-Aided Design systems.
This opportunity is onsite in Illinois. The contract term is 6 months, starting immediately.
Job Responsibilities
- Originate and develop unique concepts and ideas for future products.
- Consult with engineering, marketing, production, and sales representatives to establish design concepts.
- Evaluate design ideas based on factors such as appearance, design function relationships, serviceability, materials and methods engineering, application, budget, price, production costs, methods of production, market characteristics and given specifications.
- Produce illustrations and prepare or direct preparation of digital models and working drawings.
- Present designs to client or design committee and discuss the need for modification and change.
- Supervise the build of clay or digital models through specialized techniques and visualization.
- Ability to work self-sufficiently or closely with others in a creative team environment.
- Must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Transportation Design
- 4-5 years of product/industrial design experience.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Excel, Alias.
- Portfolio submission required.
Job Features
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking an Industrial Designer with a strong foundation of traditional artistic skills and a deep understanding of modern product and transportation design. Skills w...
USA
Posted 7 days ago
Technicon Design U.S. is currently looking for Studio Engineers.
The work as a Studio Engineer in the automotive industry is a highly skilled role that requires the ability to use CAD computer software systems for the development of package layouts for interior and exterior components of new design concepts, taking aesthetic and technical parameters of both body and components into account. It requires excellent technical knowledge, communication, and negotiation skills to find workable engineering solutions, whilst maintaining design integrity.
This opportunity is onsite in Illinois. The contract term is 6 months, starting immediately. A minimum of 4-5 years of experience is required.
Responsibilities include but are not restricted to:
- Strong Automotive design engineering background & knowledge.
- Investigations & preparation of packaging layouts.
- Ability to conduct feasibility studies.
- Ability to maintain design theme & intent whilst satisfying engineering requirements.
- To develop & present creative engineering solutions.
- Ability to liaise with all design studio staff & communicate successfully within a cross-functional design team.
- To liaise with suppliers, providing engineering backup to support programme.
- CAD experience with 1 or more systems & the ability to transfer & manipulate data between software systems.
- Legislation & homologation knowledge.
- Responsible for Surface and Line Evaluation and Manipulation, the generation of Design Release Drawings to DCS-Standard and Feasibility Studies for Interior and Exterior Components.
- Modifying styling surface to achieve engineering and manufacturing feasibility, while continuing to improve surface quality as part of design refinement from initial drawing release to production.
- Presenting modified surfaces of possible options to styling team, including Head of Design either on screen or via hard copy for styling approval and trail A Class sign off.
Job Features
Technicon Design U.S. is currently looking for Studio Engineers. The work as a Studio Engineer in the automotive industry is a highly skilled role that requires the ability to use CAD computer softwar...
Color and Trim, Design
USA
Posted 7 days ago
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking an experienced CMF Designer to develop all aspects of color, surface and materials associated with interior and exterior automotive design projects and present information in various digital and physical formats to design and management reviews.
This opportunity is onsite in Illinois. The contract term is 6 months starting immediately.
Responsibilities:
- In depth knowledge of design trends, especially automotive related, current technology and the cultural/sociological impact on future color and material design.
- Communicate trend information regarding color design activities using trend and image boards or PowerPoint presentations for review.
- Evaluate, benchmark, and analyze competition and similar production finishes to create informative reports.
- Develop and design surface materials (graphics, color, trims, textiles, and grains) for visible surfaces and parts through sketches, 2D or 3D images. (e.g. exterior and interior form).
- Create and propose unique color and materials concepts using Insight, creativity, and resourcefulness.
- Develop color design strategies.
- Effectively communicate design vision for product and brand experience
- Develop and utilize all forms of automotive materials in creating color, pattern, and texture.
- Demonstrate unique and innovative solutions that push boundaries yet are producible with high levels of quality.
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or BA or BFA required.
- Minimum 4 – 5 years of experience.
- Working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Excel.
Job Features
Technicon Design U.S. is currently seeking an experienced CMF Designer to develop all aspects of color, surface and materials associated with interior and exterior automotive design projects and prese...
Clay Modeller
Sweden
Posted 2 weeks ago
2023-12-16
Technicon Design seek several highly skilled Clay Modellers for an ongoing contract role in Gothenburg, Sweden
The consultant will work with existing and new projects in different phases of design development together with creative design teams.The work tasks would consist of 3D physical model development. Clay modelling on exterior and interior models, 3D scanning of physical models, preparation of model armatures, preparation of models and parts for milling and paint.
Competence requirements:
Minimum experience (8+ years) Clay modelling within the automotive industry.A genuine interest in new studio technology and willingness to learn new ways of working.
Fluent in English (speaking and writing) communicative and ability to work within a multi-cultural team.
Full design studio and workshop knowledge including the safe operation of workshop machinery.We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive individual who will add to our client's team.
We are able to apply for work permits for this role
Apply with a comprehensive CV
[email protected]
Job Features
Technicon Design seek several highly skilled Clay Modellers for an ongoing contract role in Gothenburg, Sweden The consultant will work with existing and new projects in different phases of design dev...
UX/UI Design
Sweden
Posted 3 weeks ago
Located within our Design Studio in Gothenburg – We are looking for a User Interface Designer to work within our design teams in creating visual Interfaces within our Automotive Vehicle lines.
Working within the HMI & UX Design department, and as part of a cross-functional team where inter-disciplinary focus, curiosity and drive are highly valued. We work in close collaboration with all other design departments, as well as with Engineering and Marketing, to shape the mobility experience of the future and contributing to our vehicles of the future.
The User Interface Designer will play a part within the product lifecycle of inspiration and research to building digital prototypes and specify the detailed design. Together with a team - you contribute to the development, evaluation and documentation of novel interaction concepts and information architectures for digital touch points, infotainment, driver information and telematics within our Car brand to satisfy the needs of the Driver and occupants within our Electric Vehicles.
The UI Designer will be engaged in the process of visual storytelling, wireframing, click-through prototypes and animations to functional interactive prototypes. You systematically ensure that concepts are coherent, satisfy user needs and expectations, understand user pain points as well as meeting safety and regulatory requirements, and reducing any driver distraction.
Applicant Skill Requirements
- A relevant degree in Graphics design, Interaction design, human factors, human computer interaction, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience designing across multiple platforms
- Experience from collaborating with multidisciplinary teams of designers, researchers, engineers, strategists and product managers throughout the design process
- Experience of building digital mockups, prototypes, or proof-of-concepts
- Portfolio highlighting projects that demonstrate experience in crafting digital or physical user interfaces with a range of interaction models, as well as personal technical skillset.
- Highly skilled in Figma
- A past history within the Automotive sector would be a distinct benefit (with knowledge developing interfaces to meet safety/driver distraction standards) or a similar area of expertise in Vehicles / Aircraft etc.
- Skilled in Figma
- Motion (After Effects, Premiere)
- 3D softwares (Blender, VRED)
- Fluent in English, spoken and written
Job Features
Located within our Design Studio in Gothenburg – We are looking for a User Interface Designer to work within our design teams in creating visual Interfaces within our Automotive Vehicle lines. Worki...
Digital Modelling
USA
Posted 3 weeks ago
Technicon Design US is looking for a Senior Digital Designer with a strong foundation of traditional artistic skills and a deep understanding of modern transportation design.
The Digital Designer will work in a studio-based environment in the automotive industry developing and styling new vehicle concepts for manufacturing. Designers work closely with teams across multiple disciples (Engineers, Modelers, Marketing Specialists) and must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of employees.
The Digital Designer will have a strong background in design, include sketching, rendering, tape drawings, and basic modelling, with the ability to bring pen and paper sketches to a digital format through Computer-Aided Design systems.
Job Responsibilities
- Generation of Alias surface models according to designer specifications such as sketches, renderings, concept designs or scan data.
- Development of surface data according to package information and technical specifications in accordance with the given quality standards.
- Close collaboration with technical experts when modeling surfaces to incorporate the given specifications.
- Generation and verification of a ready surface model for release.
- Generation of meaningful renderings to judge and present the data models.
- Use of Alias Tools to carry out real-time visualization and quality control of the generated data models.
- Knowledge in Alias surfacing processes from concept work up to class A surface release.
- Ability to work and communicate well in mixed and international teams.
- Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in design, supplemented with intensive training in Alias.
- Knowledge in the systems MS Office and Photoshop is also advantageous.
Job Features
Technicon Design US is looking for a Senior Digital Designer with a strong foundation of traditional artistic skills and a deep understanding of modern transportation design. The Digital Designer will...
USA
Posted 3 weeks ago
Technicon Design US is looking for a Visualization Designer with a great eye for product visual design with a specialized understanding of modern transportation design.
The Visualization Designer will work in a studio-based environment in the Transportation industry developing beautiful 2D and 3D product visuals. The Visualization Designer will work closely with teams across multiple disciples (Engineers, Modelers, Marketing Specialists) and must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of employees.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop stunning 2D and 3D visuals of high-quality products while crafting visual storytelling elements
- Create visuals with natural realistic environmental features
- Take complex technical products and distill them into easy-to-understand accurate, visually realistic, animated, and interactive 3D visualization products
- Extract data from 3D Modeling and CAD software to develop accurate imagery
- Partner with engineering, designers, and marketing to establish consistent visual design
- Minimum 5 years’ professional experience in product or transportation design visualization.
- Minimum 5 years of software experience with VRED and Unreal Engine
- Deep understanding of visual design, virtual reality visuals, 3D animation, and post processing visual design
- Excellent communication and presentation skills while comfortable working closely with others in a small creative environment
- Be able to work self-sufficiently with a minimum of direction
- Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in 3D Visualization, Media Arts, Animation or another equivalent related degree
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future, at any point.
Job Features
Technicon Design US is looking for a Visualization Designer with a great eye for product visual design with a specialized understanding of modern transportation design. The Visualization Designer will...
Interior Designer
California, USA
Posted 3 weeks ago
SENIOR AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR DESIGNER
SUMMARY:
This will be for Interior Design, and will be located in Southern California. Start date – asap, Length of contract – 6 mo. (to start). 7-15 years of Automotive Interior Design experience requested
Pay Range: $60 - $70 /hour
Primary function is the design development of future interior designs by collaborating with all functions of the design process to create the required deliverables
MAJOR DUTIES:
Responsible for the two-dimensional representation and development of future automotive interior designs for our automotive client.
Create meaningful new and unique concepts of complete automotive interiors in sketches, digital sketches, visual 3D models, renderings, and other media to illustrate both individual and department’s design proposals. Present ideas as a story teller.
Create stunning interior views with accurate materials and detail using Photoshop rendering skills.
Use design thinking and deep thinking skills to find new solutions and opportunities.
Research and benchmark to create a customer focused solution.
Create clean 3D models based on engineering package. Proficient in Polygon tools like SUB-D or Blender and have the basic Alias Nurbs knowledge for creating curves and surfaces for Class A phase feedback.
Collaborate with the digital and clay modeling departments in the interpretation of a complete interior design into three-dimensional form while incorporating required engineering parameters of the project.
Understand engineering feedback and great ability to provide alternative technical solutions.
Negotiate with Engineering and Design Leadership to create production feasible proposals.
Responsible for organizing presentations and capable of communicating design proposals visually and verbally.
Able to teach, motivate and inspire others.
Persistent attitude, embrace new opportunities, adopt new technologies, inspire the team.
Work hard and play hard, extremely organized, hands-on.
Stay abreast of American and international automobile design, current and future technology and domestic and international regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent manual drawing ability, exceptional creativity, generation of new, unique and usable design ideas which reflect the brands
Successful demonstration of collaborative teamwork and project management skills
Advanced level of Photoshop, Illustrator, Alias, Sub D, Blender, Key Shot, Microsoft Office
Visualization, VRed, VR Tools, movie making skills are a plus
Advanced understanding of UX/GUI/HMI is a major plus
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Transportation Design
Seven years of experience in an automotive design studio
Strong automotive portfolio with a variety of themes and many successful projects
**Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.**
Job Features
SENIOR AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR DESIGNER SUMMARY: This will be for Interior Design, and will be located in Southern California. Start date – asap, Length of contract – ...
Posted 3 weeks ago
Technicon Design currently has a new and exciting opportunity for a Polygon Modelling Expert in Seating to work within the automotive industry, to join our client’s team in Stuttgart.
Main Tasks
-Create interior / seating polygon models with the aid of the clients Design department’s.
-Time planning
-Deliver polygon models within the agreed time frame and to safeguard the quality of the proposal.
-Lead working groups and take own responsibility.
Competence Requirements/profile
-University Degree
-Excellent experience of polygon modelling in Maya/ Blender / Alias SubD
-Communication and co-operation to be able to work in a group and take own responsibility.
-Spoken and written English
-A long documented experience of form and function.
We would like you to be able to:
Understand how the shape of a part has implications on appearance. Understand design sketches and be able to translate the designer's intents
The contract start date is as soon as possible.
The role is offered as a Hybrid working arrangement.
Please apply with CV and portfolio.
Technicon Design currently has a new and exciting opportunity for a Polygon Modelling Expert in Seating to work within the automotive industry, to join our client’s team in Stuttgart. Main Ta...
Design
Sweden
Posted 3 weeks ago
As a Swedish based Automotive OEM manufacturer - we are currently looking for a Visualization Artist to join our Computer Graphics Imagery division to generate cutting-edge interactive experiences to showcase our New Vehicle launches for our Global Automotive Vehicle Brand
As Visualization Artist within the Marketing team, you will play an important role in the development and production of high-end CGI images and film intended for executive reviews, product launches and other publications. Working collaboratively across the Inhouse, Development and VR teams, you will work closely with Brand Design, Marketing, and project leaders. Our team is based in the design studio in Gothenburg, Sweden
Applicant Requirements
- A Portfolio showing High End Imagery and Videos
- High level of knowledge in Vray, 3ds Max, Adobe Suite, with knowledge of Nuke & Fusion beneficial
- Post-production skills, including grading, in Photoshop and After Effects (Nuke/Fusion is a bonus)
- A great eye for composition and light
- Fluency in English Language
- A past history of CGI within the Automotive Industry would be advantageous.
Job Features
As a Swedish based Automotive OEM manufacturer – we are currently looking for a Visualization Artist to join our Computer Graphics Imagery division to generate cutting-edge interactive experienc...
California, USA
Posted 4 weeks ago
Technicon Design U.S. is seeking an experienced and talented Visualization Designer with a strong desire to work in a collaborative studio environment shaping the vehicles of tomorrow.
Job Summary:
Primary function is to transform a digital model into a finished rendering, running animation and/or virtual reality model for daily working reviews and design decisions.
Essential Job Functions: (Include but are not limited to)
- Create and animate vehicles using Unreal Engine, Unity
- Create high level Exterior & Interior and CG renderings for Automotive Design
- Create or modify environments
- Tell a story with animation and quick movies
- UX/UI storytelling
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience creating animation and virtual reality environments in an automotive design studio or entertainment industry
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design, Video Production or equivalent desired but not required
Technicon Design U.S. is seeking an experienced and talented Visualization Designer with a strong desire to work in a collaborative studio environment shaping the vehicles of tomorrow. Job Summary: Pr...
Posted 4 weeks ago
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced Interior Designer as support for a running project to work at one OEM studio in the Bavaria area of Germany.
We are looking for creative, innovative designers with the ability to generate high quality 2-D sketch images .
The focus will be on the storage concept in front, roof and back part of a truck, as well as the major topic “Living in a Truck”.
Deliver:
- Create and/or direct the production of the media associated with the design process: - 2-D sketchwork - Attend meetings related to the project and liaise with technical colleagues - Liaise and negotiate with other project team members ( inside studio and other departments) in order to achieve design intent . Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Transportation Design, Industrial Design or similar.
- Excellent sketching skills
- Fluent English or German language skills
The Role: We are looking for an experienced Interior Designer as support for a running project to work at one OEM studio in the Bavaria area of Germany. We are looking for creative, innovative designe...
Design
California
Posted 1 month ago
Technicon Design U.S. is looking for experienced Visualization Designers in Southern California.
We have multiple opportunities in various areas throughout the state.
**Must have authorization to work in the U.S. **
Responsibilities
Create high end still, animated, and VR deliverables based on 3D data.
Qualifications
Experience with high quality rendering, animation, and VR
Proficiency in Unreal Engine and VRED
Mid-Senior Level
On-Site
Technicon Design U.S. is looking for experienced Visualization Designers in Southern California. We have multiple opportunities in various areas throughout the state. **Must have authorization to work...
Design
Sweden
Posted 1 month ago
As a Swedish based Automotive OEM manufacturer - we are currently looking for a Unity Developer within our Technology Department to be responsible for creating immersive and visually stunning experiences in Unity for our Global Automotive Vehicle Brand
As a Unity Developer – your brief will be to assist in our Automotive project team, working on cutting-edge interactive experiences to showcase our Vehicle products. The Unity Developer will play a crucial role in delivering visually captivating images used to showcase our brand and its range of vehicles.
Applicant Requirements
- Extensive experience in Unity development to produce visually stunning designs and 3D/2D assets
- Strong skills within C# programming
- Experience in the automotive or transportation industry would be extremely beneficial
- A proven track record of delivering visually appealing and interactive projects
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively at any given time
- Excellent communication skills in order to work with a diverse multinational team
- A creative and artistic eye to provide design solutions
- Be familiar with debugging, optimizing, and enhancing existing Unity applications
- Be fluent in English
Job Features
As a Swedish based Automotive OEM manufacturer – we are currently looking for a Unity Developer within our Technology Department to be responsible for creating immersive and visually stunning ex...
