Overview
Designer- Exterior Jobs in Malibu, CA at Audi of America
Title: Designer- Exterior
Company: Audi of America
Location: Malibu, CA
“Vorsprung durch Technik” or, “Progress through Technology” is our company ethos and is the core belief that drives the development of every Audi vehicle. It inspires the innovative solutions, revolutionary engineering and progressive design that have become synonymous with the Audi name. And it reminds us to challenge ourselves, rewrite the rules from time to time and always fuel our pioneering spirit. The spirit that sets us apart on the racetrack and the open road. In our relentless pursuit to become the number one premium car brand in America, we need employees who share in this spirit of challenging the status quo in everything that we do.
Role SummaryThe Exterior Designer participates in the realization and planning of design projects, concept cars, and proportion studies. He/she presents ideas to and communicates frequently with the Audi Design Loft director and Top Management of AoA and Audi AG. He/she coordinates activities and schedules with internal disciplines (e.g., CAD and Visualization). This role is responsible for supporting the development of the brand direction and goals in close cooperation with the leadership of the Audi Design Loft.
Role ResponsibilitiesCreative/Innovation– (70%)
Develops feasible Exterior design proposals from sketch into 3D.
Engages in creative discussions with leadership to define and develop automotive projects (production/concept), incorporating creativity, and market/competition analysis.
Executes automotive projects based on outcomes of production/concept discussions and leadership direction.
Produces proposals which influence (Audi) Product and Design decision making, reflecting future trend analysis, market and competition analysis.
Develops new product ideas for the Audi brand and presents to Audi Design Loft leadership, AoA leadership, and Audi AG leadership.
Project Oversight
– (20%)
Takes a lead role in the life cycle of the design project, from concept through to program presentation or handoff.
Coordinates activities and schedules with other studio disciplines (e.g. strategy, engineering, design, CAD, visualization and fabrication) to ensure successful project completion within the required timeframe.
Research and Strategy Involvement
– (10%)
Identifies and documents research and inspiration for the Audi Design team.
Communicates new & relevant design trends to the Audi Design team.
Utilizes market and competition analysis as a base for new product ideas.
Ensures the successful application of design strategy into new product ideas.
Years Of Relevant Experience
Approximately 5+ years in the field of industrial design within an Automotive OE studio – specializing in an exterior design role for production and concept vehicles.
Education – Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive or Industrial Design
Education – Desired
Master’s Degree in Automotive or Industrial Design
Skills
Demonstrated analytical thinking – using logic and reason
Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, presentation and written
Demonstrated conceptual thinking – creative and strategic
Workplace integration – joining people, processes or systems
Extensive knowledge and experience of OEM automotive engineering and executing pre-development stage of production and advanced concepts from satellite design operations
Understanding of multiple regional markets, especially the North American and Asian markets
Ability to compreh…
