Design Manager

BYD COACH & BUS LLC is seeking a highly skilled Design Manager to lead and develop our Exterior and Interior Design Teams. As a key member of our design team, you will be responsible for elevating the team's capacity to an international top-tier level.

• Team Leadership
  • Lead and manage the Exterior and Interior Design Teams, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
• Design Process Oversight
  • Oversee the entire design process, including concept design, project development, quality design presentations (both VR and physical models), and final production.
• Design Strategy and Philosophy
  • Develop and implement design strategies and philosophies that align with the company's vision and goals.
• Design Criteria and Brand Integrity
  • Ensure the evolution and adherence to design criteria to maintain the brand's integrity and innovation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with other departments, such as Engineering, Marketing, and Production, to ensure cohesive and practical design solutions.
• Communication and Presentation
  • Present design concepts and developments to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
• Team Development and Mentorship
  • Mentor and guide team members, helping to build their skills and advance their careers within the organization.

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Automotive Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Experience
  • At least 10 years of experience in automotive design, with a deep understanding of the design processes for both concept and production vehicles.
• Project Management
  • Proven experience in managing at least three complete production projects in either exterior or interior design.
• Design Skills
  • Exceptional design sense, with a strong understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and market trends.
• Leadership and Communication
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and organizational skills.
• Leadership and Team Management
  • Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record in managing and developing teams.
• Language Skills
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, conferences, and design presentations, up to 50%.