Title: Automotive HMI Designer
Duration; 12 months
Location: Hybrid- 2 days remote 3 days onsite - Palo Alto CA 94304
Mode of Interview: Video
NOTES:
At least 5 years of experience in an Interaction design role
Must have Automotive experience
Project: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC Japan-based)
Key Requirements:
- Strong experience in HMI design specific to automotive environments
- Deep understanding of instrument cluster displays ADAS and self-driving systems
- Experience designing for user interaction: visual cues audio feedback and communication design
- Background in automotive design with a focus on interaction not just graphical elements
- Able to define and communicate what is important in a design-focus on user behavior and real-world integration
- Not looking for a traditional graphic designer-needs a system thinker and innovator
Must be proactive collaborative and confident in contributing new ideas (not a yes person)
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Human Machine Interaction Designer specialized in creating intuitive interfaces for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and automated driving. The candidate should possess experience in complex automation systems design with a strong understanding of automotive human factors requirements and design documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop user interfaces for ADAS and automated driving systems ensuring they are intuitive and user-friendly and in compliance with automotive relevant regulations for instrument cluster and display interfaces. (e.g. ISO26262 ISO 15008 UNR171 UL4600 FMVSS etc.)
- Perform information requirement analysis to determine essential data for interfaces and ensure these requirements are met in the design.
- Translate complex technical requirements into accessible design solutions to enhance user experience and functionality.
- Document design processes maintain clear specifications and ensure effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
- Ensure all interfaces comply with automotive regulations and standards for HMI in automated driving systems.
- Lead design projects from their conceptual phase to market launch ensuring cohesive and effective designs.
Required Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of experience in Interaction design role ideally in the automotive industry
- Experience in information requirement analysis and interface design for complex automation systems ideally in the automotive industry.
- Strong understanding of automotive and human factors requirements with proven ability to apply these in practical design solutions.
- Proficiency in using design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite Sketch or similar software for creating sophisticated UI/UX designs.
- Familiarity with automotive regulations and industry standards regarding HMI for automated driving and ADAS.