Overview of Job Role
Be part of an agile team in the heart of London that is redefining the future of automotive design. You will envision and create strikingly forward-thinking exterior and interior concepts, driving breakthrough ideas that shape products and experiences 5–10+ years ahead. You consistently challenge expectations with a high degree of human creativity and leverage AI-enhanced agility to deliver bold design solutions that both express and actively shape the brand vision.
What You Will Do
- Create compelling design proposals for concept and production vehicles, from ideation to final execution
- Balance multiple projects demonstrating creativity, attention to detail and clarity
- Collaborate across global design organization and regional stakeholders
- Translate trends and insights into forward-thinking design concepts
- Deliver high-quality sketches and visualisations that clearly communicate design intent
- Lead clay and digital modelling development to realise designs in 3D
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity through to completion
- Contribute to technical and styling reviews, maintaining design quality and feasibility
Who We Are Looking For
- Bold, forward-thinking designer with strong creative vision
- Exceptionally talented visual communicator
- Strong sense of form, proportion, and surface development
- Collaborative, self-driven, and confident in stakeholder engagement for concept and production processes
- Clear and persuasive verbal communicator
What You Bring
- Degree in Automotive or Industrial Design (BS, BFA, MS or MFA) or similar
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Alias, VRED, Blender (or similar)
- Strong exterior design portfolio demonstrating creativity, technical skills and process
- Demonstrated use of AI tools for enhanced speed and agility
- Significant relevant experience in OEM automotive design studios
- Experience contributing to concept and/or production vehicle development (incl. 1:1 models)
- Strong technical knowledge of engineering constraints and ability to negotiate/incorporate feedback into design proposals
- Ability to translate briefs and feedback into clear design direction
This is not an exhaustive list and you are required to be flexible in your approach to carrying out your duties which may change from time to time to reflect changes in the company’s approach to a culture of continuous improvement.
What We Offer- Competitive base salary and bonus
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays
- Contributory pension
- Private medical & dental cover
- Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
- Remote Working Policy (2 Days per week)
- Flexible start / finish times
- Early Friday option
- Offices in the heart of Paddington, 5 minutes walk from the station
All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture and sell high-performance, fun to drive vehicles. Nissan is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all. Applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
Please include your portfolio with your application
London London United KingdomSkills Required
- Degree in Automotive or Industrial Design, or similar
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Alias, VRED, Blender, or similar tools
- Strong exterior design portfolio demonstrating creativity, technical skills, and process
- Demonstrated use of AI tools for enhanced speed and agility
- Significant relevant experience in OEM automotive design studios
- Experience contributing to concept or production vehicle development, including 1:1 models
- Strong technical knowledge of engineering constraints and ability to incorporate feedback into design proposals
- Ability to translate briefs and feedback into clear design direction
- Clear and persuasive verbal communication skills
- Portfolio included with application
Nissan Motor Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nissan Motor Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Nissan Motor Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy benefits, and disability and life insurance options. Access to on-site medical centers and pharmacies at major locations further strengthens perceived coverage breadth.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Vehicle-related perks such as employee leasing/discount programs and profit sharing are highlighted as standout rewards that add meaningful lifestyle value. On-site fitness centers or gym reimbursements and occasional on-site amenities also contribute to a stronger overall perks experience.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as robust, with accrued vacation and a stated set of paid holidays. This breadth can meaningfully enhance the total rewards picture, especially where workloads are demanding.
Nissan Motor Corporation Insights
What We Do
At Nissan Motor Corporation, we are transforming how people live and drive — and we need passionate innovators to help us create a more sustainable future. As a global automotive leader, we take pride in enriching the lives of our employees and believe your passion, talent, and dedication are essential to our success. That’s why we provide career growth opportunities to help you move ahead, internal mobility so you can explore other career paths, and a healthy work-life balance so you always feel your best. In the spirit of “doing what others don’t dare to do,” we value your knowledge and life experience. We work to ensure all employees have a voice and always feel comfortable using it. Join us on our journey into a future of possibility, and experience a career as exhilarating as the open road.
Why Work With Us
Nissan is a global company driven by the accomplishments of our employees. We find pride in our continued commitment to diversity and an exciting lineup of vehicles. Simply put, we are at the intersection of people, transportation, and the environment which keeps us at the forefront of innovation.
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