Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Exterior Design Consultant to strengthen early-phase concept development and production design for future vehicle programs. The role spans creative leadership, vehicle architecture integration, and hands-on exterior design, ensuring strong alignment between design vision, engineering feasibility, and program requirements.

You will work in a cross-functional and international environment, collaborating closely with design, engineering, and program stakeholders. Depending on experience level, the role may include on-site leadership responsibilities and mentorship of designers across different seniority levels.

This is a key role with high creative impact, contributing directly to the success of strategic vehicle programs from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver exterior vehicle design concepts from early ideation through production.

• Define proportions, form language, and design direction aligned with brand identity and program goals.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, vehicle architecture, and platform teams to ensure technical feasibility.

• Support vehicle packaging, BIW, aerodynamics, EV architecture, ADAS, lighting, and ergonomic integration.

• Produce high-quality sketches, renderings, and 3D models to communicate design intent.

• Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless design-to-engineering integration.

• Prepare and present design proposals to senior stakeholders and design leadership.

• Mentor and guide designers, supporting consistent quality and professional development.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Professional Experience

• Senior level: Minimum 5+ years of automotive exterior design experience with a strong portfolio.

• Expert level: 15–20+ years of experience in automotive design, including advanced concept and production programs.

• Experience from OEMs or advanced design studios in an international environment.

• Proven ability to contribute to or lead early-phase design work and present concepts clearly to stakeholders.

Design & Technical Competence

• Strong understanding of exterior design principles, vehicle packaging, BIW structures, aerodynamics, ergonomics, and manufacturing processes.

• Experience collaborating with CAS/A-Class surfacing, clay modeling, and physical model teams.

• Familiarity with EV platforms, lighting systems, ADAS packaging, and cross-disciplinary workflows.

• Understanding of HMI/UI/UX integration is considered an advantage.

Tools & Software

• Photoshop

• Alias

• Blender

• V-Red

Personal Attributes

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

• Strong collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented working style.

• Comfortable working in an international, cross-cultural environment.

• Ability to adapt communication style to different stakeholders and contexts.

• Knowledge of Mandarin is considered a plus, but not required.