About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Hyundai Design Center - Interior Design Manager</b></H2> </div><div><p><strong>Hyunday Design Center is currently looking for </strong><strong>an Interior Design Manager</strong><strong> at our Irvine, CA facility who will</strong>:</p> <ul> <li>Manage the development of entire automotive Interior design programs from early concept sketch through to production.</li> <li>Be responsible for project timing and budget of the Interior Design Department.</li> <li>Work closely with engineering and suppliers, and manage the design process throughout the development to SOP.</li> <li>Lead a team of Interior Designers.</li> <li>Respectfully follow the HQ’s overall design direction, while creating and proposing future interior directions.</li> <li>Create visual presentations for each project for development groups, media events and executive management.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>WHAT YOU WILL DO</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Display strong organizational, inter-personal, project management and presentational skills.</li> <li>Operate the entire interior design team in the absence of the Head of Department.</li> <li>Be able to dive into any part of the design process at any given time to help the team produce successful results.</li> <li>Apply knowledge of current automotive design trends and technology.</li> <li>Nourish, mentor and challenge Junior and Senior Designers to unlock their full potentials.</li> <li>Manage a digitally driven design process to effectively create compelling Interior Design proposals, both digital and physical.</li> <li>Have an excellent understanding of production vehicle design practices, general vehicle development processes, timing and product cycles.</li> <li>Provide oversight, guidance and support to vendors producting one-of-a-kind concept vehicles for auto shows worldwide.</li> <li>Work with cross-departmental teams and balance design intent with vehicle feasibility.</li> <li>Show passion and dedication to learn and integrate into modern flexible work schedule.</li> <li>Consult with engineering and manufacturing to meet styling and manufacturing requirements.</li> <li>Travel to Korea solo to oversee further product development by working with Namyang Design and Engineering teams and offsite vendors for model builds.</li> <li>Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <div>BS, BFA, MS or MFA in Transportation Design</div> </li> <li> <div>8-10+ years in the OEM automotive industry</div> </li> <li> <div>Proficient in Alias, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender, VRED, Sub-D, AI Software, MS Office, clay</div> </li> <li> <div>Proven experience in multiple significant concept and/or production cars to his or her name</div> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Zero dollar employee premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your family</li> <li>100% employer-paid disability and life insurance</li> <li>Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays</li> <li>A global environment that fosters diversity</li> <li>Competitive salaries <ul> <li>Compensation Range: $140,000 ~ $200,000</li> </ul> </li> <li>Retirement savings and planning benefits</li> <li>Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts</li> <li>Up to 20% travel (domestic and international)</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>OTHER DETAILS</b></H2> </div><div><p><em>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.</em></p> <p> </p> <p><em>Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.</em></p></div></div></div>