3D Product Designer (Dearborn)
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom, Dearborn, MI, United States
3D Brand / Product Designer
Location: Dearborn, MI (Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Schedule: 40 hours per week (no overtime expected)
Role Summary The 3D Brand / Product Designer is responsible for translating Ford and Lincoln brand identity into high-quality, production-ready vehicle applications. This role focuses on the 3D design of vehicle badging and branded elements across exterior and interior touchpoints. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded industrial or product designer who can quickly assess objectives, lead design solutions, and deliver manufacturable concepts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities Develop and refine 3D design concepts for vehicle badging and branded components Create detailed 3D models, renderings, sketches, and prototypes Ensure brand consistency and adherence to Ford and Lincoln design guidelines Collaborate with Brand Design, engineering, DTO, design shops, and suppliers Partner with engineering to ensure technical feasibility and manufacturability Quickly identify design objectives, constraints, and viable solutions Prepare and present design concepts to internal stakeholders and leadership Incorporate feedback and document design decisions and processes Stay current on automotive, product design, and branding trends
Deliverables 3D design concepts and visualizations Digital and/or physical prototypes Material, finish, and color specifications Presentation decks and supporting visuals Final design documentation and manufacturing specifications
Required Qualifications Mid-level experience as an Industrial Designer or Product Designer Strong proficiency in Alias (required) Experience with VRED for modeling and rendering Strong hand sketching and ideation skills Experience designing manufacturable parts in plastic and metal Ability to manage multiple programs in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications Automotive design experience Brand design experience and understanding of brand pillars Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
Tools & Technology Alias (primary design tool) VRED Adobe Creative Suite (preferred) AutoCAD, CATIA, and 3DX are not required
Role Summary The 3D Brand / Product Designer is responsible for translating Ford and Lincoln brand identity into high-quality, production-ready vehicle applications. This role focuses on the 3D design of vehicle badging and branded elements across exterior and interior touchpoints. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded industrial or product designer who can quickly assess objectives, lead design solutions, and deliver manufacturable concepts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities Develop and refine 3D design concepts for vehicle badging and branded components Create detailed 3D models, renderings, sketches, and prototypes Ensure brand consistency and adherence to Ford and Lincoln design guidelines Collaborate with Brand Design, engineering, DTO, design shops, and suppliers Partner with engineering to ensure technical feasibility and manufacturability Quickly identify design objectives, constraints, and viable solutions Prepare and present design concepts to internal stakeholders and leadership Incorporate feedback and document design decisions and processes Stay current on automotive, product design, and branding trends
Deliverables 3D design concepts and visualizations Digital and/or physical prototypes Material, finish, and color specifications Presentation decks and supporting visuals Final design documentation and manufacturing specifications
Required Qualifications Mid-level experience as an Industrial Designer or Product Designer Strong proficiency in Alias (required) Experience with VRED for modeling and rendering Strong hand sketching and ideation skills Experience designing manufacturable parts in plastic and metal Ability to manage multiple programs in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications Automotive design experience Brand design experience and understanding of brand pillars Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
Tools & Technology Alias (primary design tool) VRED Adobe Creative Suite (preferred) AutoCAD, CATIA, and 3DX are not required