Job Title: Junior Designer, Automotive Design
Posting Start Date: 8/14/26
Job Location (Long):
Santa Monica, California United States
Job Description:
WHAT AWAITS YOU.- Creative role supporting design projects across one or more design functions and industries.
- Produces a wide range of deliverables by applying conceptual skills, imagination, and knowledge of design to meet or exceed project objectives.
- Participates in full design process: research, concept creation, design development, implementation, and coordination with development partners and vendors.
- Solves creative problems for moderately to highly complex assignments and originates ideas for products, interfaces, and brand experiences.
- Evaluates design solutions on aesthetics, function, serviceability, sustainability, materials/methods, production feasibility, market fit, and client requirements.
- Integrates research, concepts, and sketches into compelling designs and presentations and supports contextual research and strategic services.
- Collaborates closely with cross functional teams, clients, suppliers, and creative partners globally and effectively presents design concepts to internal and external audiences.
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.- High School Diploma or GED.
- 1-2 years of Automotive Design.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and 2D/3D software (Alias, Maya, Blender, C4D, Adobe Creative Suite, Keyshot, etc..).
- Figma or cloud collaboration tools.
- Understanding of the design process and an excellent feel for form.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Some travel may be required.
- Presentation skills, both verbally and visually.
- Conceptual thinking.
- Preferences:
- Professional training or course work.
- Associate's degree in industrial design, Transportation Design or Automotive Design.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO.- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account
- Employee vehicle program
- Bonus eligibility
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous PTO and Company paid holidays
- Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
This is a hybrid role that requires regular attendance in the office.
The expected salary range for this position is $76,175.00 - $98,579.00.
The selected candidate's education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. All pay ranges are based on a full-time work schedule. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.
