Director of Industrial Design

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

We’re seeking a bold, visionary Director of Industrial Design to shape the future of agricultural machinery. In this high-impact role, you’ll define the look, feel, and function of next-generation vehicles — from early-stage concepts to production-ready machines — blending design innovation with real-world utility. You’ll collaborate closely with executive leadership to drive business priorities.

You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams to solve complex challenges across ergonomics, brand identity, precision farming, and sustainability. Your work will translate farmer insights into compelling vehicle solutions that are as smart and intuitive as they are rugged and high-performance. You’ll be a champion for design excellence — setting the tone for how our machines inspire, empower, and elevate the future of farming.

• Guide a team of industrial designers from concept through production
• Partner closely with engineering, product, and marketing to ensure modularity, common components, feasibility and brand alignment
• Set and drive the design vision for exterior form language, cab interiors, controls, and digital integration
• Translate customer pain points, dealer feedback, and agronomic requirements into innovative design solutions
• Lead the development of integrated software/hardware prototypes, physical models, and VR walkthroughs to communicate intent
• Advocate for operator-first design, especially in visibility, controls layout, fatigue reduction, and automation transitions
• Influence product strategy and cross-functional leadership with compelling design stories and results

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design
• 15+ years experience in industrial design, with at least 5 years in a strategic leadership role
• 10 years experience managing industrial designers in a global role
• Industry experience in agriculture equipment, construction, auto, or related industry
• Strong portfolio that reflects form development, ideation, material thinking, emotional storytelling, and executive influence
• Examples of designing and integrating technologies – such as displays, sensors, lighting, connectivity, and AI – into physical vehicle environments
• Proven track record of launching production vehicles or advanced concepts
• Proficiency in design tools such as Alias, Blender, VRED, Photoshop, KeyShot, Gravity Sketch, and Rhino
• Experience in emerging AI design tools
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programs