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Senior Automotive Component designer; Research & Innovation

Job in Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Michigan, 48326, USA
Listing for: Stellantis
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
  • Design & Architecture
    Creative Design / Digital Art, Computer Graphics / 3D / Animation
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 170000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 170000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Automotive Component designer(Research & Innovation)

Create the Automotive Details That Transform Artistic Vision into Global Vehicle Experiences.

As a Senior Automotive Component Designer, you will help design and bring to life next‑generation automotive components—interior and/or exterior—across a global portfolio of many iconic vehicle brands. This role is ideal for designers who are passionate about creativity, craftsmanship, and detail‑driven storytelling through components, and who are eager to explore evolving creative workflows—including AI‑assisted tools—to deliver intuitive, high‑quality vehicle experiences.

Mission

Contribute to the creative design, development, and realization of automotive components, combining strong design vision, attention to detail, usability, and emerging technologies to deliver meaningful, on‑brand solutions for global vehicle programs.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Design, Product Design, Transportation Design, or equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in automotive or transportation design
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating component design leadership, detailing excellence, and innovation capability
  • Advanced experience with AI-driven design workflows (concept generation, generative design, visual exploration)
  • Ability to define, customize, and optimize AI tools within the design process
  • Critical assessment and refinement of AI-generated outputs to meet brand and production standards
  • Strong interest in AI, data-driven design, and emerging digital technologies applied to mobility
  • Expert sketching skills (hand and digital)
  • Advanced 3D modeling and surfacing tools (Alias, Catia, Rhino, Blender, Solid Works or similar)
  • Adobe Creative Suite and advanced visualization tools
  • In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and automotive standards
  • Strong sensitivity to UX, ergonomics, CMF, and sustainability
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong design leadership and mentoring abilities
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving mindset
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence decision-making
  • High level of autonomy, rigor, and creativity
Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With
  • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
  • An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc.

- supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan refinancing programs
  • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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