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Mercedes-Benz R&D North America is hiring: Sr. Creative Automotive Designer in C

Mercedes-Benz R&D North America
Carlsbad, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

At Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America (MBRDNA), we are committed to delivering world-class automotive technologies that push the boundaries of what is possible. Our teams of highly skilled engineers and designers use cutting-edge software and technology to enhance the driving experience and reduce environmental impact.

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development North America is seeking a Senior Creative Automotive Designer to join the Advanced Exterior Design Team located in Carlsbad, CA. In this role, the ideal candidate will contribute to Advanced and Production Design projects, create innovative sketches and renderings, and deliver design presentations to a broad audience. The Senior Designer is also expected to design and develop new vehicle concepts in conjunction with the Mercedes-Benz corporate identity and strategy.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Creates compelling and appropriate vehicular concepts.
  • Visualizes ideas and concepts in a 2-D form through sketches, renderings and tape drawings.
  • Translates 2-D concepts and ideas into 3-D.
  • Follows design directives and provides input into the creative process.
  • Directs the development of clay scale and hard modeling.
  • Conducts project and design-related research to monitor future design trends and benchmark competition.
  • Prepares and delivers design presentations verbally, visually, and in written form to management using 2D rendering techniques.
  • Understands and applies knowledge of industrial materials, methods and technologies.
  • Stays up to date on automotive engineering and aerodynamics.
  • Provides administrative support to Senior and Principal Designers and Modelers to foster creativity.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Science in Automotive, Product or Industrial Design.
  • 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • Strong sketching and rendering skills.
  • Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Team-oriented and thrives in a team environment.
  • Embraces leadership at all levels and can be called upon to be tasked with managerial duties as assigned.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles, including vehicle architecture and aerodynamics.
  • Some domestic and international travel is required 10-25%.
  • Ability to work on site, in Carlsbad, CA.
  • Frequent use of speech, vision, hearing, use of hands for computer use, taping models and presentations. Frequent sitting, standing and reaching with hands.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • CAD Proficiency
  • Minimum 5 years of professional design experience in an automotive design studio
  • The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, job-related education, skills, and experience, geographic location, and market conditions. The current salary range for this position is as follows and may be modified in the future : $109,100 - $136,300.

    Why should you apply?

    Here at MBRDNA, you create digital ecosystems around cars, you design a language between humans and machines, you make a car even more intelligent - you make the new reality for cars. MBRDNA was honored as one of the "Best Places to Work" by BuiltIn in January 2024, a testament to our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. At each of our offices, we foster a culture of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, ensuring every team member can thrive and innovate.

    Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include :

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Up to 18 company-paid holidays
  • Paid time off (unlimited for salaried employees), sick time, and parental leave
  • Tuition assistance program
  • Wellness / Fitness reimbursement programs
  • Vehicle lease subsidy or company car (for eligible employees only)
  • Internships & Contractors excluded from Full-Time Employee benefits
  • MBRDNA is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and strongly supports diversity in the workforce. MBRDNA only accepts resumes from approved agencies who have a valid Agency Agreement on file. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, MBRDNA employees, or send to any MBRDNA location. MBRDNA is not responsible for any fees or claims related to receipt of unsolicited resumes.

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