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28 Feb 2023 08:42 pm

Benefits of Pursuing a Career in Automotive Design

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Are you a car enthusiast and looking for a career that combines your passion and engineering skills? The automotive design could be the perfect fit for you.

Who is an Automotive Designer?

Automotive designers are responsible for creating the look and feel of a vehicle, from exterior to interior designing by considering its performance and safety features. 

Automotive design is a rapidly growing field that offers a variety of exciting opportunities for those interested in creating innovative designs for cars. 

Eligibility to become an Automotive Design Engineer

  • An aspirant should enrol in a B.Tech in automobile engineering if they want to pursue a profession as a car designer or automobile designer.
  • Admission is given to this course based on entrance exams.
    • MRNAT
    • JEE Mains
    • SAT
    • Uni Gauge-E
  • Students who choose to major in automotive engineering will develop various talents, such as,
    • Creativity
    • Critical Thinking
    • Communication
    • Problem-Solving
    • Technical knowledge of automobiles
  • After graduation, aspirants can consider applying for a Post Graduate Program in Automotive Design and can also gain additional knowledge through internship programs. 
  • You can advance your skills with experience and by working on projects and learn more about the functionality requirements. A professional portfolio presenting your design expertise can significantly boost your career prospects..

Automotive Design as a Career

Those interested in pursuing a career in automotive design, can enjoy many perks. This type of work requires,

  • Creative problem-solving skills
  • An eye for detail
  • An understanding of the latest technologies

Here are just a  few reasons to consider a career in automotive design: 

  • Creative Freedom

Automotive designers have the freedom to express their creativity.

They can create a unique look and feel for a vehicle, and their work can have a lasting impact on the industry. 

  • Job Security

Automotive design is a growing field, and there is always a demand for talented designers.

Those who pursue a career in automotive design can enjoy job security and stability. 

  • Opportunities for Advancement 

The opportunity to advance their career is huge by taking on more challenging projects or moving into higher-level positions. 

  • Financial Rewards

A career in automotive design can be highly rewarding as the role encounter many challenges to overcome... With the right experience and skills, one can enjoy a lucrative career. 

  • Variety

Automotive designers have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from ideation to manufacturing processes.

They can stay engaged in multiple designs and build their concepts differently.

Career Opportunities

The automotive design industry offers a variety of career opportunities. Designers can work for automakers, design firms or even start their businesses.

Automotive designers can also specialise in certain areas, such as 

  • Exterior styling
  • Interior design

Top Companies Hiring Automotive Design Engineers

As the automotive industry grows, so do the opportunities for designers to develop new and innovative designs.

A few top companies which hire automotive design engineers are:

  • Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki is a well-known automobile company with cars like the Alto 800 and XL6. They hire automotive design engineers with salaries from ₹4.0 to ₹6.8 LPA.

  • Hyundai

Hyundai operates the world's largest integrated automobile manufacturing facility, producing around 1.6 million cars annually. They offer automotive design engineers with salary ranges between ₹ 5.0 to  ₹ 25 LPA with an average salary of  ₹ 12.85 LPA.

  • Mahindra & Mahindra 

It is an Indian multinational automobile manufacturing company that offers an average salary of 5.2 LPA for an automotive design engineer.

  • TCS

TCS Automotive Engineering Services provides various automotive engineering solutions in connected services, infotainment, electrification, autonomous driving, and next-generation electrical and electronic architecture. The salary ranges between ₹ 2.5 LPA to ₹ 8.1 LPA 

Conclusion

Pursuing a career in automotive design can be a fulfilling experience. With the right combination of education, experience, and passion, you can become a successful automotive designer and help shape the industry's future. The role offers a creative and exciting career path and the opportunity to make a real difference. To become one of the leading Automotive Design Engineers in the fast-growing automotive industry, check out courses like the PG Program in Computational Design and Pre-processing and External Aerodynamic Simulations offered by Skill-Lync

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