Senior Light Designer – Automotive (Interior & Exterior)
Contract - Gothenburg, Sweden
About the Role
Technicon Design Sweden is looking for a highly skilled Senior Light Designer to join our clients Studio in Gothenburg.
In this role, you will shape the future of automotive lighting, defining cutting-edge solutions across both interior and exterior environments. You will conceive, simulate, and prototype innovative lighting concepts that combine brand identity, safety, and emotional impact.
Working within our clients Technology & Innovation team, you will collaborate closely with Exterior & Interior Design, CMF, UX, and Engineering to deliver forward-thinking lighting solutions that meet both regulatory requirements and performance targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver innovative lighting concepts (ambient, functional, and communication lighting)
- Design lighting solutions aligned with vehicle styling, architecture, and technical constraints
- Integrate lighting seamlessly into surfaces, gaps, materials, and design features
- Use advanced tools (visualization, simulation, VR) to validate lighting effects and feasibility
- Create and present compelling concepts to stakeholders and suppliers
- Build and validate prototypes (internally and with suppliers) to bring concepts to life
- Collaborate cross-functionally to push technology boundaries and ensure manufacturability
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Industrial, Product, Transportation, Interaction, or Lighting Design
- 5+ years of experience in automotive lighting or related industries (e.g., consumer products, architecture)
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creative and technical lighting work
- Proficiency in lighting design and visualization tools
- Experience translating concepts into feasible, production-ready solutions
- Hands-on approach with rapid prototyping and basic electrical/electronic knowledge
- Strong communication and storytelling skills (fluent English required)
- Knowledge of automotive lighting regulations is a plus
What We’re Looking For
- Driven, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Analytical and structured with excellent planning abilities
- Flexible and comfortable in fast-paced, evolving environments
Additional Information
- 📍 Based in our clients Gothenburg studio (office-first with some flexibility for remote work)
- ✈️ Occasional travel to China (2–3 trips per year)
- High level of ownership and autonomy expected
Why Join Us?
At Technicon Design Sweden, you will be part of our clients team shaping the future of mobility, pushing the boundaries of design, innovation, and technology in a truly global environment.
👉 Apply now and help redefine automotive lighting design.