Alexander Graichen

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop exterior and interior automotive components, including lower and upper IP, center stack, front doors, center console, cluster, seats, and steering wheel.

Translated design concepts into precise 3D models using Alias software, ensuring Class-A surfacing quality and meeting stringent aesthetic and functional standards.

Participated in design reviews and provided insights to enhance design feasibility, manufacturing considerations, and ergonomic factors.

Maintained an organized library of Alias files, facilitating efficient communication and collaboration among team members.

Actively participated in brainstorming sessions and contributed creative ideas to enhance product designs.

• Worked on Opel Insignia (HOLDEN Commodore in Australia) interior surface design. Achieved design milestones: sketch modelling, styling freeze, IDR, and VDR with Class-A surfacing. Areas: lower/upper IP, centre stack, front doors, centre console, cluster.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Alias Designs for prototyping, production, and visualization, specializing in Class-A surfacing. Collaborated with various companies and brands including GM Holden, Ford, Tesla, Fisker, Chery, JAC, SAIC, Toyota, Chrysler, and Jeep.

Led styling efforts for car seats, trimmings, and interior plastic components, encompassing foam pads, side covers, handles, door panels, from initial project stages to product launch. Contributions spanned trend research, mood board creation, project presentations, sketching, concept visualization, Class-A surfacing, prototyping, reverse engineering, production assessment/control, and corporate branding.

Proficient in both 2D and 3D visualization, adept at self-project and time management. Demonstrated capabilities in project tracking, optimizing project lead times, and refining workflows.

Expert in 3D Alias designs for manufacturing and renderings, specializing in Class-A surfacing across diverse categories and companies:

Electronics:

• Mobile Phones and Laptops: Siemens and Sharp
• TV and Home Entertainment Systems for Loewe.
• TFT Displays: Contributed to design efforts for LG.

Sanitary:

• Showerheads, Bathroom, and Kitchen Faucets: for hansgrohe, Axor.
• Sinks and Basins: Contributed to Schock, Kaldewei and Laufen projects.
• Bath Tubs and Shower Temples: Involved in designs for Cleopatra and Pharo.

Watches:

• Created designs for MEXX and Junghans timepieces.

Central/Hydronic Heating Plant:

• Involved in design work for Viessmann's central/hydronic heating plant systems.

Accomplishments include delivering manufacturing-ready Alias designs and impressive renderings across these categories. Proficient in Class-A surfacing techniques, contributing to product development from concept to production.

Specialized in Wheel Design with Class-A surface modeling expertise. Collaborated on projects for prominent brands including BBS, DaimlerChrysler, BMW, Rover, and Jaguar. Proficiently used Styler by Dassault and AliasWavefront for manufacturing and rendering purposes.

Additionally, contributed to Interior Design projects:

• Honda Accord: Designed various components such as center consoles, instrument panels, door panels, and cup holders.
• Show Cars: Played a key role in crafting interior elements for show cars.

Consistently demonstrated skills in both designing and rendering, employing advanced software tools to bring projects from concept to reality.

Collaborated extensively with design teams on diverse projects. Created innovative concepts for various products, conducted comprehensive market research, and meticulously prepared presentation materials to enhance client presentations

• 3 years skilled-worker certificate