Lincoln Exterior/Interior Senior Creative Designer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Skills, Team Collaboration, Design Vision, Problem Solving, Mentoring, Concept Development, Technical Aesthetic Judgment, Visual Communication, 3D Thinking, Design Trends Awareness, Leadership, Manufacturing Process Understanding, Automotive Passion, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Have the ability to think creatively, strategically, and analytically. Create compelling and innovative exterior or interior design experiences and visions for Design Projects. Work collaboratively in a team to achieve holistic design visions. Create future brand focused design visions. Span digital and physical (software and hardware) delivery. Problems solve around topics of connectivity, mobility and consumer segments. Mentor junior designers. Lead programs from concept to final production. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or equivalent. Automotive or Transportation Design minimum 5 years of experience in OEM; including experience with final design product execution, and Internships with transportation design companies. Demonstrated creative exterior/interior design perceptions and capability. A design portfolio (pdf) must be provided upon application. Ability to interpret customer needs and global trends into compelling design. Ability to work independently and provide strong technical aesthetic judgment to lead team members. Awareness of global automotive and consumer electronics to ensure Ford competes with the ability to lead. Collaborate with Engineering, Suppliers and other partners to progress the design development. Must have exceptional design intuition, strong problem-solving skills and a superior ability to visually communicate through sketches, and renderings. Ability to translate 2D to 3D and think three-dimensionally with a strong emphasis on proportions and a refined sense of form also required. Familiarizes self and maintains interest with design trends within and across design professions and global cultures (automotive, fashion, architectural, etc.) Outstanding teamwork, leadership, visual, written, and verbal communication skills. Global exterior or interior design experience. Good understanding of exterior/interior manufacturing process and materials. Passionate about automotive and mobility industry, global trends, innovation and customer needs. Experience of working in or with creative cultures. Experience of working in large, corporate environments. Experience of managing multiple stakeholders across complex projects. Experience of presenting to executive audiences. Experience leading a program from start to finish.

Responsibilities

The designer will create innovative exterior or interior design experiences and visions for design projects while collaborating with a team to achieve holistic design visions. They will lead programs from concept to final production and mentor junior designers.