Transportation Design Engineer

As an Exterior Design Engineer, you will have the opportunity to be involved in large scale projects starting from the conceptual phase through manufacturing and testing. You will carry out complete and detailed vehicle design by conceiving or developing parts of the vehicle, primary structure according to required standards, norms and customer’s specifications. You will work closely with structure, system and mechanical/electrical integration engineers.

• Develop exterior design proposals for DRE vehicles, ranging from broad design themes all the way to component-level design.
• Create compelling sketches that show a vision for the future of design.
• Create conceptual and detailed 3D models in CATIA working with design engineers for vehicle frame and sub-assembly components.
• Guide a design from the sketch phase to concept modeling in Alias through to A-class surfacing.
• Work with engineers to come up with design and engineering solutions that serve the design vision and also fit with the engineering constraints.
• Participate in cross-functional strategy, timing, and process discussion as it pertains to vehicle development.
• Work with CMF designers to create designs that consider the opportunities and limits of the color and trim vision, and work with them to create a unified vision for the de-signs.
• Work with suppliers to achieve the best possible product in terms of craftsmanship, cost, and engineering, while also staying as close to the design vision as possible.
• Collaborate with the fabrication team to complete prototypes when necessary.
• Occasionally participate in design efforts outside of your area of expertise as necessity and as your own skillset dictates.