India
Pune
Full-time
Permanent
Become a part of the Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) Design Team, where creativity and engineering excellence come together to design the future of mobility.
About the MBRDI Design Team
At MBRDI, we work in close collaboration with the Sindelfingen Design Studio in Germany, contributing to the interior and exterior styling of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Vans, and AMG vehicles. Our team actively participates in:
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Creative automotive design
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Digital design development
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Studio engineering activities
This opportunity is for the Exterior Concept Modeling Team, which plays a critical role in converting designers’ sketches into high-quality 3D surface models. The role demands close coordination with German counterparts and a strong understanding of the Mercedes-Benz design language.
Key Skill Requirements
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Solid understanding of the automotive interiors and exteriors domain
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Sensitivity to creative design intent and experience in translating sketches to 3D surfaces
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Awareness of engineering constraints and ability to interpret criteria packages
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Proficiency in CAD tools such as Alias, SubD, and Maya
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VRed experience is a plus
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Strong communication skills; German language knowledge is beneficial but not mandatory
Job Responsibilities
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Convert 2D sketches and input data into high-quality 3D surface models using Alias and other surfacing tools
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Maintain a balance between modeling speed and quality, with a primary focus on preserving the designer’s intent
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Act as a liaison between Creative Design and Studio Engineering teams, consolidating design and criteria inputs
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Benchmark competitive vehicles to identify best practices and industry standards
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Plan and execute project tasks to meet design milestones and deliverables
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Work both independently and collaboratively to manage design projects
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Establish effective communication workflows with cross-functional teams
Educational Qualifications
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Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or Transportation Design, or an equivalent field
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