CMF Design Lead — Hybrid Auto Innovation

leManoosh; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Australia is seeking a Colour and Materials Designer to lead CMF initiatives for both advanced and production projects. You will translate visionary concepts into production-ready CMF designs, shaping the aesthetic and tactile brand experience of our vehicles.

Based in Melbourne, the role reports to the CMF Design Manager and is based at the Design Studio in Broadmeadows, operating on a hybrid schedule with four days in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of global automotive CMF design experience.
• Proven ability to deliver production-ready CMF designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead Visionary CMF Design across advanced and production projects, defining palettes and material strategies.
• Champion Human-Centered CMF to enhance user comfort, interaction and perceived quality.
• Coordinate with exterior/interior/UX teams to ensure cohesive CMF integration across the vehicle.
• Develop future brand CMF identity aligned with the Ford design language and product roadmap.
• Lead CMF problem solving around connectivity, materials, sustainability, and regional needs.
• Create visualization of CMF concepts with realistic materials and finishes representations.
• Productionise CMF strategies by working with cross-functional teams and suppliers to reach production.

Skills

Design intuition

Independence

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant design field

Tools

Photoshop

VRED

PowerPoint

Job description

Ford Australia is seeking a Colour and Materials Designer to lead CMF initiatives for both advanced and production projects. You will translate visionary concepts into production-ready CMF designs, shaping the aesthetic and tactile brand experience of our vehicles.

Based in Melbourne, the role reports to the CMF Design Manager and is based at the Design Studio in Broadmeadows, operating on a hybrid schedule with four days in the office.