Senior Staff Industrial Designer

Requirements 10+ years of deep, hands-on design experience from working directly within one or more automotive OEM design studios (e.g., Ford, GM, Toyota, VW Group, Rivian, Tesla, etc.)

• A proven track record of leading multiple, complex hardware products from ambiguous early concepts to successful mass production
• A track record of defining and successfully executing hardware development programs integrating the industrial design work-stream into a larger development schedule
• Exceptional 2D and 3D design skills, with mastery of sketching, digital rendering, 3D CAD (e.g., Alias, SolidWorks, Rhino), and rapid prototyping techniques
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence and align senior leadership and executive stakeholders around a design vision
• A world-class portfolio of work demonstrating strategic, systems-level design thinking, exceptional problem-solving, and a meticulous attention to detail and craft
• A degree in Industrial Design, Transportation Design or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• (Desirable) Experience at multiple automotive OEMs, providing a broad perspective on different design cultures and manufacturing processes
• (Desirable) Experience designing for complex hardware systems, robotics, or products with a high degree of technical integration
• (Desirable) Proven leadership in creating, implementing, and scaling a physical design language across a global hardware portfolio
• (Desirable) Experience managing and leading design teams to successfully launch products not specific to one domain of a vehicle (exterior, interior, etc)
• (Desirable) Deep experience and knowledge of high-volume manufacturing processes

What the job involves Passionate about aesthetics and product innovation, Waymo’s Industrial Design Team is responsible for envisioning the future of mobility and autonomous driving technology

• The Design Team develops and applies cohesive design language to the Waymo Driver, delivering an exceptional customer experience with best-in-class product quality
• The Industrial Design Team creates smart and elegant solutions that pave the future of mobility while prioritizing our riders’ needs & safety
• We are involved in every step of the engineering and product development process to optimize Waymo’s technology and delight the rider’s journey
• The team is a unique fusion of creatives and innovators with the opportunity to pioneer a new industry
• This role follows a hybrid work schedule and you will report to a Head of Industrial Design
• Define and own the long-term industrial design vision and strategy across multiple, complex product areas, driving alignment on scope and strategy in highly ambiguous environments
• Work with external partners to negotiate and co-develop designs
• Act as a key strategic partner to leadership across Product, Hardware Engineering, UXR, and Operations to drive decisions on complex user needs and technical requirements
• Own, articulate, and evolve the physical product design language for Waymo's hardware, ensuring its strategic alignment with the Waymo brand and user experience goals at an executive level
• Own and drive ID design integration into the vehicle program development schedule and process as a point of contact to the ID team. Lead the ID team to execute the program timeline negotiated
• Lead and influence CMF (Color, Materials, Finish) and manufacturing strategies, partnering with operations and global suppliers to solve complex, high-scale production challenges
• Champion design excellence and mentor other designers, elevating the entire team's craft, process, and strategic thinking

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