ABOUT ENGAGE STUDIOS
We design, innovate and build digital / physical products for the world's largest - and Sweden's smallest company. Our guiding principle is to make a difference - for the better. Ideas are good and execution is the success factor. We are people and teams who are not afraid to question, roll up our sleeves and laugh all the way to the finish line.
Since the start in 2009, we have worked with basically all manufacturing / developing companies in Sweden. The Volvo companies, IKEA, H&M, Electrolux, Lynk&Co, Zeekr, Houdini to name a few. Our customers are in the traditional Swedish industry all the way to innovative startups in Silicon Valley. They are not found in oil drilling or the military industry. We are determined to make our presence and work known with passionate and dedicated employees who love design, tech and people.
WE OFFER
At Engage Studios, you will work in many different industries for different customers. You will work with incredibly smart and dedicated colleagues. Together we develop products and services that you can brag about to your friends. We at Engage Studios are always at the forefront of technology development. We develop and share knowledge with each other to get better tomorrow. With us, you get the opportunity to realize your dreams, big and small.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our clients seeks a highly skilled Senior interior Light Designer to join their Design Studio in Gothenburg. You will help define the interior lighting solution for their vehicles by conceiving, simulating, and prototyping advanced lighting concepts that merge brand identity, safety, and emotion. You will work within their Technology & Innovation department, collaborating with Interior Design, CMF, UX, and Engineering to deliver future-forward lighting implementation that meets regulatory and performance targets.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial/Product/Transportation Design, Interaction/Lighting Design, or similar.
- 5+ years of professional experience in interior automotive lighting design or closely related fields (consumer/architecture) with a strong portfolio.
- Proficiency with lighting design and visualisation tools (Blender & Adobe Creative Suite).
- Demonstrated experience translating light concepts into feasible, manufacturable solutions with suppliers and engineering.
- Excellent communication in English (both written and verbal), with strong storytelling and presentation skills.
- Hands‐on prototyping mindset; electrical/electronic basics and rapid prototyping skills are a plus.
- Knowledge of automotive lighting regulations and constraints is an advantage.
YOUR PROFILE
- Create and deliver lighting concepts for interior systems (ambient, functional, and communication lighting).
- Develop lighting solutions that match the vehicle's design character and technical constraints, suggesting light integrations into the vehicle's form (surfaces, gaps, joints, materials).
- Translate brand DNA into iconic lighting signatures and dynamic behaviours (e.g.,
welcome/farewell, charging indication, Interior Light themes, ADAS-linked signals).
- Use the lighting toolchain (visualisation, simulation, VR) to validate light effects, integration, and feasibility.
- Create and lead engaging presentations or prototypes that effectively convey intent to
stakeholders and suppliers.
- Technically rigorous with an eye for refined aesthetics and brand character.
- Structured and methodical; able to plan, document, and drive issues to closure.
- Collaborative and clear communicator; comfortable leading technical reviews with
stakeholders and suppliers.
- Proactive, hands‐on, and resourceful under time constraints.
- Independent and proactive with a high sense of responsibility.
MERITS
- Experience with advanced interactive lighting technologies (OLED panels, AR overlays, projection/DLP, light pipes).
- Understanding of optics, light guides, materials, and human‐factors considerations in vehicle interiors.
- Experience working in or with automotive design studios and Tier‐1 suppliers.
- Experience with material/light interaction in interiors (UGR/glare analogues, luminance planning).
PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT
Gothenburg
OTHER
- The assignment will take place in their Gothenburg studio; they have an office‐first environment with some flexibility to WFH.
- Travel to China may be needed (approx. 1–2 trips per year).
- Fluent in English, spoken and written.
- A valid driver’s license is preferred.
Can start in Sweden with more than 1 month notice
If you are passionate about development, we want to hear from you. Please apply with your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.
For questions regarding this position please contact hiring manager Susanne Lidén on [email protected]. Applications must be submitted through the official Career site.
