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Professional Experience

Nicholas Nguyen is a distinguished 3D Design Manager at Ford and a passionate educator at the College for Creative Studies (CCS). His journey began with a pivotal internship at Visteon, where he introduced groundbreaking designs for in-vehicle infotainment systems. Building on that foundation, Nicholas became the founding 3D designer for Ford’s Digital Experience—now Digital Product Design—team. Today, he leads a global team of talented designers, shaping the future of 3D visualization across Ford and Lincoln vehicles globally.

Nicholas’s expertise is embodied in digital displays featured in iconic vehicles like the Ford F-150, Mustang Mach-E, Bronco, Explorer, and the Lincoln Aviator, Nautilus, and Navigator, starting with the 2018 model year. Alongside his co-lead, he has been instrumental in integrating the Unreal Game Engine into Ford and Lincoln’s operating systems, delivering cutting-edge real-time graphics that redefine in-car digital experiences.

As both a leader and a creator, Nicholas combines strategic vision with hands-on design. He guides his team in crafting immersive 3D visualizations while personally contributing to designs that enhance the ownership experience for Ford and Lincoln customers worldwide. Beyond his work at Ford, Nicholas remains deeply committed to advancing the field of 3D design. He hones his craft through personal projects and shares his expertise with the next generation of designers as an adjunct professor at CCS, his alma mater. Known for his innovative approach and collaborative spirit, Nicholas continues to leave an indelible mark as a pioneer, mentor, and visionary leader in the 3D design space.

Significant Publications, Presentations and Exhibitions

Speaker in Unrealfest 2022 for An Unreal HMI in the seventh-generation Ford Mustang: Ford’s vision of the future