Job Description

Title: Automotive HMI Designer

Duration; 12 months

Location: Hybrid- 2 days remote, 3 days ons ite - 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:

1. Strong experience in HMI design specific to automotive environments
2. Deep understanding of instrument cluster displays, ADAS, and self-driving systems
3. Experience designing for user interaction: visual cues, audio feedback, and communication design
4. Background in automotive design with a focus on interaction, not just graphical elements
5. Able to define and communicate what is important in a design-focus on user behavior and real-world integration
6. 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.

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