We are looking for a talented and technology-passionate designer to join our automotive design team. You will be responsible for designing and developing advanced lighting systems, from the first sketch to series integration.
Key Responsibilities:
A. Conceptual Design and Development:
Create concepts and sketches (2D/3D) for headlamps and lighting systems, aligned with the vehicle's design theme and market trends.
Develop and manage design layouts (packaging) for the integration of parts into the overall body assembly.
Create high-precision virtual 3D models (Class A Surface) for optical components and housings.
Participate in defining and validating "Character Lines" and the brand's lighting signature (DRL - Daytime Running Lights, optical signatures).
B. Engineering and Detailing:
Collaborate with opto-mechanical engineers to optimize the design from the perspective of light performance, thermal management, and assembly.
Define the geometry and critical tolerances for lenses, reflectors, diffusers, and housings.
Ensure compliance with mandatory regulatory standards (ECE, SAE, FMVSS, etc.) regarding beam pattern, light intensity, and durability.
Create and manage the 2D documentation package (technical drawings) for prototypes and series production.
C. Collaboration and Integration:
Work proactively with Exterior Design, Interior Design, and Color & Trim teams to ensure visual consistency.
Participate in technical reviews with product, quality, and purchasing engineers.
Support the team in the selection of materials (polycarbonate, PMMA, elastomers, finishes) and technologies (molding, coatings).
Communicate and coordinate with external suppliers to validate design feasibility and manufacturing processes.
D. Prototyping and Validation:
Support the prototyping process (mock-ups, functional prototypes).
Participate in testing and validation (fit-checks, aesthetic reviews, bench, and vehicle tests).
Implement necessary design changes based on feedback from the prototyping and testing phases.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Education and Experience:
University degree in Automotive Engineering, Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum 1.5 years of experience in designing automotive components, with a focus on lighting systems.
A demonstrative portfolio with relevant projects (concepts or series production parts) is mandatory.
E. Technical Competencies (Hard Skills):
Mandatory: Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD solution for surface design (preferably CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX).
Mandatory: Knowledge of optical principles and automotive lighting technologies (LED, Matrix LED, Adaptive Driving Beam, Laser, OLED).
Mandatory: Knowledge of standards and regulations in the automotive lighting field (ECE, SAE).
Desired: Experience with visual rendering environments (Keyshot, VRED) and the virtual/clay modeling workflow
Desired: Understanding of manufacturing processes for plastic components (injection molding, metallization).
F. Personal Competencies (Soft Skills):
Analytical and creative thinking, attention to detail.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Flexibility and an innovative mindset
Segula Technologies
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