Motion Designer (Automotive)

TL;DR

Motion Designer (Brand UI): Designing and executing motion and interaction behaviors across digital products, including in-vehicle systems, mobile apps, and web experiences with an accent on brand consistency and usability. Focus on prototyping motion concepts and collaborating with UX/engineering to implement animations within defined design frameworks.

Location: Hybrid in Warren, Michigan. Must be based in or able to relocate to the US. No immigration sponsorship provided.

Company

Global automotive leader focused on creating a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

What you will do

• Design and produce motion graphics, transitions, and interaction animations across vehicle, mobile, and web platforms.
• Apply established motion guidelines and patterns to ensure visual and behavioral consistency.
• Collaborate with UX, visual design, and engineering partners to implement motion within defined workflows.
• Prototype motion concepts to support usability and design intent.
• Ensure motion solutions meet accessibility, performance, and quality requirements.
• Incorporate feedback and iterate efficiently within project timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Animation, Motion Graphics, or equivalent professional experience.
• 4+ years of professional experience in motion design or interaction animation.
• Proficiency in After Effects and at least one 3D tool such as Cinema 4D or Maya.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and interaction behaviors.
• Experience working within established design systems or visual frameworks.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role (H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

Nice to have

• Experience designing motion for automotive, embedded, or complex digital systems.
• Familiarity with motion handoff processes to engineering.
• Experience supporting motion across multiple digital platforms.
• Exposure to performance- or real-time-constrained environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards package focusing on employee well-being.
• Inclusive workplace culture that fosters belonging and equity.
• Eligibility for relocation benefits.
• Collaborative environment working on cutting-edge in-vehicle technology.