by Deborah S. Hildebrand

If you were to ask president and CEO of Continental Automotive Systems North America, Bill Kozyra, about cars of the future he'd say they will be super-efficient and may even drive themselves.

The reality is that as consumers become more conscientious about the automobile they drive, there will be an increased need for auto designers to stay ahead of the curve. That means auto designers will need to be thinking eco-friendly, high-tech and safety.

b>Job Description:

As an auto designer you have an opportunity to use your artistic talent and computer skill to design, test and modify automobiles and their components such as engines, transmissions, braking and steering systems. From the initial concept through the actual production you will utilize your skills focusing on things such as the appearance, ergonomic issues and safety standards.

Education and Training:

While design schools provide students with the ability to develop their auto design skills through courses in sketching, auto styling, automotive engineering, ccomputer-aided design and structural mechanics, design schools also provide students with fundamental basics in analysis, concept generation, prob

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