Surface Designer
CFS
Nappanee, IN Salary: $100,000 - $110,000 About The Role
We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Surface Designer to drive the design development of vehicle exteriors and interiors. The Surface Designer plays a critical role in shaping compelling design solutions and translating design intent into high-quality digital surfaces.
The ideal Surface Designer brings strong expertise in 2D and 3D digital design environments, along with advanced digital visualization, storytelling, and presentation skills. This Surface Designer position plays a key role in defining the aesthetic, form language, ergonomics, and overall user experience across vehicle platforms.
Key Areas of Responsibility
As a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals
Translate sketches, concept renderings, and 2D layouts into refined 3D digital forms as a Surface Designer
Create compelling digital visualizations, renderings, and presentations to communicate ideas effectively
Collaborate with designers, engineers, suppliers, production teams, and leadership to evolve concepts into production-feasible designs
Ensure consistency of form language, proportions, and surface quality across vehicle components and touchpoints
Organize and manage design data within PLM systems to maintain clean structure and workflow efficiency
Manage multiple design iterations, reviews, and timelines effectively as a Surface Designer
Produce clear, visually driven documentation and concise design reports
Participate in design reviews, contributing insights on aesthetics, usability, manufacturability, and overall design quality
Key Attributes
Strong sense of form, proportion, and surface quality expected of a skilled Surface Designer
Deep understanding of Class-A surfacing and form development
Advanced visualization and design communication skills typical of an experienced Surface Designer
Creative problem-solving ability with a passion