The Role
Leads studio engineering and exterior surface development from concept through production release. Coordinates styling, engineering, CAE, quality, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to assess feasibility, preserve design intent, validate Class-A data, resolve technical issues, and ensure manufacturing compliance. Manages design data accuracy, version control, technical convergence, stakeholder meetings, and timely releases through Teamcenter/PLM.
Summary Generated by Built In
VINFAST is a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company committed to revolutionizing the automotive industry with sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. As a leading player in the EV market, VinFast is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cutting-edge electric vehicles that redefine the driving experience. Our team consists of passionate professionals driven by a shared vision of creating a greener and more sustainable future through innovation, technology, and excellence.
To enable seamless collaboration
between Styling & cross-functional teams, guiding the vehicle development
process from early concept through to production. Ensures that the final
product maintains the original design vision while meeting all functional,
safety, and manufacturing requirements.
Main Duties
Studio Engineering & Surface feasibility:
• Lead technical support for CAS and A-Class surface development from concept to production release.
• Drive alignment between design and engineering teams to ensure feasibility and timely delivery.
• Assess engineering feasibility of design concepts.
• Review and validate CAS/Class-A data for compliance with technical and manufacturing requirements.
• Liaise with Engineering teams to ensure surfaces manufacturing requirement.
CFT alignment & Technical convergence:
• Act as the main interface between external design studio (if not in-house) and engineering departments.
• Coordinate with Eng, VA, Attribute, CAE, PQ, and CMF teams during design reviews.
• Translate design intent into manufacture solutions while maintaining visual aesthetics.
• Conduct convergence meetings with Chief Engineers and stakeholders.
Styling surface data check & release:
• Ensure data accuracy, version control, and timely delivery via Teamcenter/PLM.
• Cross-check Implemented engineering proposal in the styling data & release.
Requirements
• Hands-on experience working with engineering suppliers, tooling partners, or related technical fields.
• From 7+ years of progressive experience in automotive design, design operations, and mechanical design.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams and manage the simultaneous delivery of multiple projects.
• Strong background in studio engineering within styling-focused environments; prior experience as a Design Engineer is a significant advantage.
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Skills Required
- Hands-on experience working with engineering suppliers, tooling partners, or related technical fields
- 7+ years of progressive experience in automotive design, design operations, and mechanical design
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary design teams and manage simultaneous delivery of multiple projects
- Strong background in studio engineering within styling-focused environments
- Prior experience as a Design Engineer
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The Company
What We Do
VinFast is a Vietnamese automotive manufacturer focused on electric mobility. The company designs and produces smart electric vehicles, including cars, SUVs, e-buses and e-scooters, combining advanced technology with highly automated manufacturing. Its mission is to make sustainable transportation accessible worldwide and accelerate the transition to an all-electric future through innovative, environmentally friendly products, charging solutions, warranties, and customer services.
