Hyundai Design Center - Interior Design Manager

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for an Interior Design Manager at our Irvine, CA facility who will:

• Manage the development of entire automotive Interior design programs from early concept sketch through to production.
• Be responsible for project timing and budget of the Interior Design Department.
• Work closely with engineering and suppliers, and manage the design process throughout the development to SOP.
• Lead a team of Interior Designers.
• Respectfully follow the HQ’s overall design direction, while creating and proposing future interior directions.
• Create visual presentations for each project for development groups, media events and executive management.

• Display strong organizational, inter-personal, project management and presentational skills.
• Operate the entire interior design team in the absence of the Head of Department.
• Be able to dive into any part of the design process at any given time to help the team produce successful results.
• Apply knowledge of current automotive design trends and technology.
• Nourish, mentor and challenge Junior and Senior Designers to unlock their full potentials.
• Manage a digitally driven design process to effectively create compelling Interior Design proposals, both digital and physical.
• Have an excellent understanding of production vehicle design practices, general vehicle development processes, timing and product cycles.
• Provide oversight, guidance and support to vendors producting one-of-a-kind concept vehicles for auto shows worldwide.
• Work with cross-departmental teams and balance design intent with vehicle feasibility.
• Show passion and dedication to learn and integrate into modern flexible work schedule.
• Consult with engineering and manufacturing to meet styling and manufacturing requirements.
• Travel to Korea solo to oversee further product development by working with Namyang Design and Engineering teams and offsite vendors for model builds.
• Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally.

• BS, BFA, MS or MFA in Transportation Design
• 8-10 years in the OEM automotive industry
• Proficient in Alias, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender, VRED,  Sub-D, AI Software, MS Office, clay
• Proven experience in multiple significant concept and/or production cars to his or her name

• Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
• Up to 20% travel (domestic and international)

Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.