We are seeking an Industrial Design Functional Manager who will be responsible for contributing to corporate goals to support ‘Product Innovation’ and ‘Perceived Craftsmanship’ of all Navistar products. As we continue developing our customer centric product development focus, the required skillsets will expand to include Human Centered Design to inspire innovation and creative problem solving for product development.
This position is critical for future succession planning. As a level 6 in the Management Track, work is primarily accomplished through setting direction, deploying resources, and managing activities of direct and indirect resources. Establishes operational objectives, work plans, expense budgets, planning and meeting performance objectives of projects. Typically, highly experienced, decisions tend to be more tactical and operational, contributing directly to business priorities and planning. Typically provides leadership to reporting Managers, Manager Associates, Lead Designers and/or professional staff. Controls resources and policy formation in area of responsibility. Decisions are guided by resource availability and functional objectives. Ensures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements. Involved in developing, modifying, and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect. Looks beyond existing methodologies and own discipline to define and resolve complex problems. Provides input to functional or departmental strategy. Regularly interacts with senior management and executive levels.
Oversees the creation and development of the look of products including theme, surfaces, color and materials. Focuses on both overall exterior and interior product appearance and internal functionality. Evaluates feasibility of design ideas, based on factors such as appearance, safety, function, serviceability, budget, production costs/methods and market characteristics. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
Utilizing their product design skills, experience, knowledge of materials and processes to create innovative product designs that will enhance the appearance and functionality of our new products. The Industrial Design Manager collaborates cross functionally with Engineering, Marketing and Product Platform Teams to develop new product design concepts that contribute to market growth and success.
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 10 years of industrial design experience
• At least 4 years management experience
OR
• Master’s degree
• At least 8 years of industrial design experience
• At least 4 years management experience
OR
• At least 12 years of industrial design experience
• At least 4 years management experience
Desired Skills
Degree (BA/BS/BFA) in Industrial Design, Transportation Design Major preferred with at least 6 years of design experience, including 1 year lead experience
Ability to sketch and communicate concepts and thought process two dimensionally
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator
Familiar with 3D CAD software such as Alias and/or Rhino
Professional portfolio samples
The JobWe are seeking a Graphic & Digital Designer with at least 3-5 years of experience in both digital and...
Apply For This JobYou didn’t get in to this field to do the same types of tasks over and over; that’s boring. Consider...
Apply For This Jobbr{display:none;}.css-58vpdc ul > li{margin-left:0;}.css-58vpdc li{padding:0;}]]> The Lead Telecommunications Equipment Installer is responsible for the installation and maintenance of telecommunication equipment...
Apply For This JobJob Details Full-timeEstimated: $100,000 – $140,000 a year33 minutes ago Qualifications IT Back-end development Java Full Job Description Title: Java...
Apply For This JobSenior + Lead Front End (React, Redux) Developers – Multiple OpeningsLong Month Contract – Renewals Expected100% Remote within US or...
Apply For This Jobbr{display:none;}.css-58vpdc ul > li{margin-left:0;}.css-58vpdc li{padding:0;}]]> INSTALL TECH JCS Inc. is offering an entry level position as an Install Tech or...
Apply For This Job