Automotive Design Manager
Job Summary
The Automotive Design Manager will lead design teams and oversee product development projects across global locations including Japan, India, and the US. This role involves defining technical requirements, providing team guidance, and fostering cross-border collaboration. The position offers significant flexibility with full remote work options and opportunities for career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Manage automotive design project planning and progress.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to global team members.
- Define design requirements and propose technical solutions.
- Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with international partners.
- Analyze market trends and latest automotive technologies.
Required Skills
- 10+ years automotive plastic parts design experience
- 5+ years engineering management and leadership
- Expertise in CATIA V5/V6 (3D EXPERIENCE)
- Proficiency in DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance analysis
- Business-level proficiency in English and Japanese
Job Details
### Job Description
As an automotive design manager, you will lead the design team and drive high-quality product development.
- Project Management: Planning and progress management for automotive design projects.
- Team Management: Team member development and technical guidance for contract/temporary designers in Japan and India.
- Technical Work: Defining design requirements based on customer needs and proposing technical solutions.
- Global Collaboration: Coordinating with external partners and suppliers in Japan, the US, India, etc.
- Analysis: Researching and analyzing the latest technologies and market trends.
### Working Hours
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (1-hour break)
- Flexible working hours available (core time 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM)
- Up to approximately 30 hours of overtime per month
### Job Requirements
[Required Qualifications]
- 10+ years of practical experience in automotive plastic parts design (exterior, interior)
- 5+ years of experience in engineering management and team leadership
- Practical skills in CATIA V5 or V6 (3D EXPERIENCE)
- Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
[Preferred Qualifications]
- 10+ years of design and development experience in automotive plastic parts (exterior, interior trim, etc.)
- Deep knowledge of GSD, Part Design, Drafting and Assembly
- Understanding of DFMEA, GD&T, and cumulative tolerance analysis
- 10+ years of practical experience at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier (experience developing for Honda is especially welcome)
### Language Requirements
- English Level: Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860)
- Japanese Level: Business Level (JLPT Level 2 or N2)
### Benefits
- Annual salary system
- Salary increases and bonuses available (based on previous year's performance)
- Comprehensive social insurance
- Various allowances (family allowance, housing allowance *conditions apply)
- Health checkups, training and seminar expenses covered
- Complete two-day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays off)
- Summer and winter holidays, Paid leave, Special leave
- Maternity and childcare leave system
- Contract period: Full-time employee (3-month trial period: same conditions)