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This Surface Designer position plays a key role in defining the aesthetic, form language, ergonomics, and overall user experience across vehicle platforms.\n\nKey Areas of Responsibility\n\nAs a Surface Designer, develop high-quality Class-A surfaces and 3D digital models that reflect design intent, brand identity, and user experience goals\n\nTranslate sketches, concept renderings, and 2D layouts into refined 3D digital forms as a Surface Designer\n\nCreate compelling digital visualizations, renderings, and presentations to communicate ideas effectively\n\nCollaborate with designers, engineers, suppliers, production teams, and leadership to evolve concepts into production-feasible designs\n\nEnsure consistency of form language, proportions, and surface quality across vehicle components and touchpoints\n\nOrganize and manage design data within PLM systems to maintain clean structure and workflow efficiency\n\nManage multiple design iterations, reviews, and timelines effectively as a Surface Designer\n\nProduce clear, visually driven documentation and concise design reports\n\nParticipate in design reviews, contributing insights on aesthetics, usability, manufacturability, and overall design quality\n\nKey Attributes\n\nStrong sense of form, proportion, and surface quality expected of a skilled Surface Designer\n\nDeep understanding of Class-A surfacing and form development\n\nAdvanced visualization and design communication skills typical of an experienced Surface Designer\n\nCreative problem-solving ability with a passion for design innovation\n\nStrong organizational and workflow management skills\n\nEffective time management in fast-paced environments\n\nClear communication and presentation skills\n\nAbility to balance creative vision with technical and business constraints\n\nExperience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams\n\nFamiliarity with vehicle design trends, materials, and production processes\n\nEducation & Experience\n\nAssociate’s degree in industrial design or equivalent experience\n\n3+ years of experience working as a Surface Designer or in a similar role\n\nHigh proficiency in surface modeling tools expected of a professional Surface Designer\n\nExperience with visualization tools preferred\n\nExperience with PLM systems preferred\n\n#ZRCFSTECH #LI-JB5 #INAUG2026 #INSEP2026\n\nClick here to apply online","company":"CFS","rawCompany":"cfs","city":"Nappanee","state":"IN","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-04T07:24:42.819Z","occupations":[{"code":"27-1021.00","title":"Commercial and Industrial Designers","slug":"commercial-and-industrial-designers"},{"code":"27-1029.00","title":"Designers, All Other","slug":"designers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2141.02","title":"Automotive Engineers","slug":"automotive-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"541420","title":"Industrial Design Services","slug":"industrial-design-services"},{"code":"336211","title":"Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-body-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Class A Surface Designer","description":"Class A Surface Designer\n\nNappanee, IN\nSalary: $100,000 - $110,000\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Surface Designer to drive the design development of vehicle exteriors and interiors. 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