Top 3091 Automotive design Jobs in California

Junior Designer, Automotive Design
BMW —Santa Monica, CA
- $76,175 - $98,579 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Gameplay Programming Lead
Epic Games —Los Angeles, CA
- $190,010 - $278,682 a year
- C++
- Mentoring
- APIs
Unity Developer
Future Mobility Corp. Ltd. —Santa Clara, CA
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Mid-level
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Industrial Designer - Automotive
Lumenance —Torrance, CA
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Physical Modeler
Ford Motor Company —Long Beach, CA
- $109,100 - $182,800 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Staff Mechanical Design Engineer
Ford Motor Company —Long Beach, CA
- $150,200 - $283,500 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Design Engineer, Body Systems
Ztractor —Palo Alto, CA
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Lead Engineer, Industrial Design - Remote
Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. —Calabasas, CA
- $117,300 - $176,000 a year
- Management
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Mechanical Engineer, Soft Goods Design
OpenAI —San Francisco, CA
- $266,000 - $295,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Assembly
Prototype Build Technician
Lucid Motors —Newark, CA
- $42 - $58 an hour
- Overtime
- ASE Certification
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Automotive UX/UI Mechanical engineer
Future Mobility Corp. Ltd. —Santa Clara, CA
- Mid-level
- Electrical experience
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Jr. Interior Designer
Tesla —Hawthorne, CA
- $87,400 - $153,900 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Commuter assistance
- Health savings account
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Reader in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering: Academic Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated)
University of California Merced —Merced, CA
- $21.22 - $22.14 an hour
- University
- US work authorization
- Entry level
Sr. CAD Modeler & Visualization Specialist
Astrolab —Hawthorne, CA
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
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Mechanical Designer/Draftsman - Automotive
Advanced FLOW Engineering, Inc. —Corona, CA
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Cable Manufacturing Engineer
Y.C. Cable USA, Inc. —Fremont, CA
- $90,000 - $96,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Automotive Detail and Prep Specialist
Ultimate Shield —Orange, CA
- $17 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- Driving
- US work authorization
- Computer skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
ESI Motion —Simi Valley, CA
- $160,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Windows
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Product Design & Development Engineer
Innova Electronics Corp —Irvine, CA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Systems Engineer #589
Photo-Sonics, Inc. —Chatsworth, CA
- $75 - $80 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- 5 years
- Engineering
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
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Junior Designer, Automotive Design

BMW -
Santa Monica, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$76,175 - $98,579 a year
4 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Automotive design
Research

Full Job Description

SPREAD ENTHUSIASM. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations.

Designworks is the design innovation studio of BMW Group. For 25 years, we have been stimulating our parent company, as well as a select group of companies with ambitious visions for the future. We inspire and challenge the companies we work with to be at the forefront of their industries - in design, technology and innovation. We are the architects of future – designing systems that impact and improve the world we live. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located in Santa Monica, CA.

WHAT AWAITS YOU.

Creative role supporting design projects across one or more design functions and industries.
Produces a wide range of deliverables by applying conceptual skills, imagination, and knowledge of design to meet or exceed project objectives.
Participates in full design process: research, concept creation, design development, implementation, and coordination with development partners and vendors.
Solves creative problems for moderately to highly complex assignments and originates ideas for products, interfaces, and brand experiences.
Evaluates design solutions on aesthetics, function, serviceability, sustainability, materials/methods, production feasibility, market fit, and client requirements.
Integrates research, concepts, and sketches into compelling designs and presentations and supports contextual research and strategic services.
Collaborates closely with cross functional teams, clients, suppliers, and creative partners globally and effectively presents design concepts to internal and external audiences.

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING.

High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years of Automotive Design.
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and 2D/3D software (Alias, Maya, Blender, C4D, Adobe Creative Suite, Keyshot, etc..).
Figma or cloud collaboration tools.
Understanding of the design process and an excellent feel for form.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Some travel may be required.
Presentation skills, both verbally and visually.
Conceptual thinking.
Preferences:
- Professional training or course work.
- Associate’s degree in industrial design, Transportation Design or Automotive Design.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account
Employee vehicle program
Bonus eligibility
Paid Parental Leave
Generous PTO and Company paid holidays
Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This is a hybrid role that requires regular attendance in the office.

The expected salary range for this position is $76,175.00 - $98,579.00.

The selected candidate’s education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer. All pay ranges are based on a full-time work schedule. This statement is in accordance with state and local pay disclosure requirements.

Even more so than the generous compensation and benefits, the culture and values of BMW of North America makes it the ultimate working environment. These values are Responsibility, Appreciation, Transparency, Trust, and Openness. We allow these values to guide the way we conduct ourselves and our business.

BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW Group in the United States to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Legal Entity:

Designworks USA Inc.

Location:

Santa Monica, CA

Job Field:

Design

Job Id:

195101

Publication Date:

21.08.2026

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