Optimal CAE
Position Description:
Color & Materials/Product Designer Studio Design Position that creates, coordinates and recommends annual interior and exterior color and trim programs.
J ob Responsibilities as a Color and Material Designer you will: Creates, curates, and delivers Color, Material and Finish (CMF) solutions and specifies all CMF applications on the exterior and interior of the vehicles. Ideate and create overall CMF design using concepts that embody a creative narrative, advanced functionality, and innovative user experience. Ensure integration of complex CMF into the overall vehicle design and alignment with cross-functional teams across all stages of design. Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to translate new designs into visual samples to validate feasibility and functionality. Partner with teammates in analysis of future consumer trends to identify brand relevant CMF narratives that inform cutting-edge CMF design solutions. Develop digital and physical CMF presentations that embody the creative narrative and accurately depict design intent. Supports all program timing, ensuring program and project deliverables are met within the program targets. Skills Required:
Sketchup (3D Modeling Software), Virtualization, Visual Design, Communications Sketchup (3D Modeling Software) - Rhino would be preferred but not required Virtualization Visual Design - preferred but not required Communications - Great communication skills & Narrative Development Experience Required:
Minimum 4 years color and materials experience. Relevant or creative work experience includes trend forecasting, fashion, and/or interior design. Automotive CMF Design experience preferred 3D visualization skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with diverse disciplines. Highly collaborative and proactive both internally and externally. Ability to effectively communicate in a wide range of formats for presenting future design strategies. Knowledge of the Colors and Materials design process. Must be self-motivated, adaptable, flexible, and able to multi-task. Demonstrated understanding of color theory (hue, value, chroma, etc.). Proficient in Adobe Suit tools (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, VRED) and Microsoft Suit tools (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel) Expertise and knowledge of 3D prototyping, property builds, etc. Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree (preferred) in Industrial Design, Color and Material Design or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience. Additional Information:
POSITION IS SHORT TERM TO COVER A LEAVE - 12 TO 18 WEEKS, NO MORE POSITION IS HYBRID / 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday) CANDIDATE PORTFOLIO WILL BE REQUIRED
Color & Materials/Product Designer Studio Design Position that creates, coordinates and recommends annual interior and exterior color and trim programs.
J ob Responsibilities as a Color and Material Designer you will: Creates, curates, and delivers Color, Material and Finish (CMF) solutions and specifies all CMF applications on the exterior and interior of the vehicles. Ideate and create overall CMF design using concepts that embody a creative narrative, advanced functionality, and innovative user experience. Ensure integration of complex CMF into the overall vehicle design and alignment with cross-functional teams across all stages of design. Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to translate new designs into visual samples to validate feasibility and functionality. Partner with teammates in analysis of future consumer trends to identify brand relevant CMF narratives that inform cutting-edge CMF design solutions. Develop digital and physical CMF presentations that embody the creative narrative and accurately depict design intent. Supports all program timing, ensuring program and project deliverables are met within the program targets. Skills Required:
Sketchup (3D Modeling Software), Virtualization, Visual Design, Communications Sketchup (3D Modeling Software) - Rhino would be preferred but not required Virtualization Visual Design - preferred but not required Communications - Great communication skills & Narrative Development Experience Required:
Minimum 4 years color and materials experience. Relevant or creative work experience includes trend forecasting, fashion, and/or interior design. Automotive CMF Design experience preferred 3D visualization skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with diverse disciplines. Highly collaborative and proactive both internally and externally. Ability to effectively communicate in a wide range of formats for presenting future design strategies. Knowledge of the Colors and Materials design process. Must be self-motivated, adaptable, flexible, and able to multi-task. Demonstrated understanding of color theory (hue, value, chroma, etc.). Proficient in Adobe Suit tools (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, VRED) and Microsoft Suit tools (i.e. PowerPoint, Excel) Expertise and knowledge of 3D prototyping, property builds, etc. Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree (preferred) in Industrial Design, Color and Material Design or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience. Additional Information:
POSITION IS SHORT TERM TO COVER A LEAVE - 12 TO 18 WEEKS, NO MORE POSITION IS HYBRID / 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday) CANDIDATE PORTFOLIO WILL BE REQUIRED