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 current 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
Solid 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