Staff Design Engineer, Prototyping

About Us:42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles.We develop safety-first, user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system.About the Role:42dot is seeking a highly skilled Staff Design Engineer to join our advanced mobility and autonomous driving experience team. This role blends human-computer interaction, UX research, and rapid prototyping to design future-forward vehicle experiences that are intelligent, intuitive, and deeply human-centered.Responsibilities:Cross-Disciplinary InnovationDesign and prototype novel in-vehicle interaction systems using mixed methods in HCIDevelop and iterate UX/UI concepts rapidly using tools like Figma, Unity, and KeyshotConduct user research, usability studies, and apply design thinking to real-world mobility challengesTranslate insights into actionable design and engineering solutions for digital and physical experiencesPrototyping & System IntegrationCreate low- and high-fidelity prototypes integrating software and hardware systemsCollaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to test and validate interaction models in-vehicleApply programming skills (Python, R, SPSS) to analyze behavioral data and prototype functionalityVehicle HMI & Interaction DesignInnovate within the context of vehicle interaction (IVI, ADAS, driving simulation)Apply HCI principles to improve situation awareness and driver assistance systemsQualificationsMasters in Mechanical Engineering (HCI focus) or equivalent experience in HCI or UX design8+ years of experience across product design, user research, and engineeringStrong skills in prototyping, UX tools (Figma, Unity), and human-centered methodologiesExperience in mobility, smart cities, or automotive UX is a strong plusPreferred QualificationsBackground in automotive HMI or connected vehicle UX researchExperience working with sensors, digital interfaces, or smart mobility platformsPublications or thought leadership in HCI, automated driving, or UX researchBase Salary:$102,000 - $284,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr