Key Responsibilities
- Develop high-quality technical illustrations, exploded views, cutaways, component identification graphics, and service procedure illustrations for passenger and commercial vehicles.
- Interpret 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, engineering change notices (ECNs), and vehicle specifications to generate publication-ready visual content.
- Create illustrations for:
- Owner's Manuals
- Service Bulletins
- Collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Service Engineering, Aftermarket Teams, Technical Authors, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
- Ensure technical accuracy of illustrations through validation against engineering data and vehicle specifications.
- Support new vehicle launches by developing illustration packages within project timelines.
- Update illustrations based on engineering design changes, feature updates, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain illustration libraries, templates, symbols, and reusable graphical assets.
- Follow customer-specific illustration standards, publication guidelines, and brand requirements.
- Participate in quality reviews to ensure consistency, completeness, and compliance with documentation standards.
- Meet project delivery schedules while maintaining high levels of quality and productivity.
Required Technical Skills
Automotive Knowledge
- Robust understanding of:
- Vehicle systems and subsystems
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- EV and Hybrid vehicle technologies (preferred)
Illustration & Authoring Tools
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
CAD & Engineering Tools
- CATIA
- Creo
- Teamcenter
Key Competencies
- Technical Visualization
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams
- Time Management
- Customer Focus
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting global automotive OEMs such as Ford, Stellantis, GM, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, or similar.
- Knowledge of automotive service documentation standards.
- Experience creating illustrations from CAD models and engineering databases.
- Familiarity with vehicle service and diagnostic procedures.
- Understanding of automotive electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
📌 Technical Illustrator (Chennai)
🏢 ALTEN
📍 Chennai