Senior Sim Racing Industrial Designer

As the Senior Industrial Designer you must be able to: Create fresh, innovative, and sometimes unique ideas that are focused in strategic design thinking. Strategically capture data informed by market and user research that will be delivered internally as well as to Executive, Product and Supply teams. Explore and create innovative user experiences hinged in the development of the design of hardware, software and gameplay Develop and refine innovative solutions to a final end-user experience. Collaborate with a dynamic, cross-functional team during various design development phases. Work traditionally and digitally (both 2D and 3D) to develop solutions with a strong emphasis on ergonomics, proportion and refinement of graphic and form. Generate artistic, immersive and engaging presentations to senior management (ex. Storyboards, Prototypes, Displays, Animation, VR Experience, Videos, etc.) Design and build physical and digital prototypes/stimuli of various levels of fidelity. The minimum requirements we seek: Bachelor’s Degree in Product Design or Industrial Design or closely related field 8+ years experience in 2D & 3D digital capabilities (CSuite, SolidWorks, Rhino/ Grasshopper, Office Suite, etc.) with exceptional skill in hand-sketching, conceptual modeling in digital and traditional media 5+ years professional experience of industrial design within the simulation hardware industry, including projects taken from concept to market release Have a formidable portfolio of design and released product Creates and develop exciting design concepts and specifications that define the function, ergonomics, perceived value and appearance of physical hardware products and systems for product consumers and end users. Very good understanding in the use of secondary tools for prototyping, ie 3D printing, foam modelling Our preferred requirements: Bachelor’s Degree and Master Degree. Experience of 8+ years) in Product Design, Industrial Design or closely related field ie Transportation Design Deep understanding of ergonomic hardware design, switches, UX (both functionally, hardware and software), including physical and digital design execution Fluency of A-surface and geometry production in 3D CAD. Parametric and procedural design production and application in design ie Grasshopper + Rhino Exceptional digital presentation skills in 3D photo-rendering software (Keyshot etc), PS and Illustrator • Strong design development (physical as well as digital sketching) and digital visualization of the deign process/ design thinking A strong understanding of complex moulding and mechanical design for handheld electronic products encompassing dynamic features • Very deep knowledge of secondary design/prototyping output methodology, ie multi-axis CNC, parametric 3D printing Knowledge and experience in extended fields (ie Entertainment and gaming) Up to date on innovation, technology, and electronics trends Ability to be pro-reactive with a hands-off approach and take initiative and multi-task under pressure A strong, collaborative mindset, encompassing all facets of a holistic design process. Able to deliver creative solutions to problems. Highly motivated innovator known for your fresh perspective and able to demonstrate this with strong communication skills Integrate effectively into a multidisciplinary and multinational team and wider company This is a full-time position, based and located in our offices in Landshut, Germany. The expected candidate is already deemed to be in a senior role. The role will report into the team in California, USA, but the team will be based in Germany.