Senior CMF Designer

Li Auto; München; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading new energy vehicle company in Munich is seeking an experienced CMF Designer to lead the development of color and material strategies for innovative EVs. In this role, you will manage design processes, collaborate with diverse teams, and embody the company's design philosophy in Europe. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in CMF design with a strong knowledge base and is proficient in industry-standard design tools.

Qualifications

• Above 5 years’ experience in the CMF department of a car/luxury brand.
• Solid theoretical foundation of CMF till production.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of color and material design strategies.
• Manage team processes for creating CMF design solutions.
• Foster collaboration with other teams to manage costs and quality.
• Establish a design culture in alignment with Beijing and Shanghai teams.
• Represent the brand in the European design landscape.

Skills

Proficiency in using Photoshop

Proficiency in using Illustrator

Excellent negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive and creative

Excellent time management

Self-motivated

Learning ability

Education

Bachelor degree or above in relevant fields

Job description

Talent Acquisition at Li Auto| We are Hiring!

About the team

Our CMF team stands out as a trailblazer in the design industry, known for its exceptional capabilities and expertise in the field. We focus our work on innovation and exquisite colors and materials to dress the future icons of the EV era that our brand is developing.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of CMF and are enthusiastic to contribute to our team's pioneering work. Join our team and be part of an exciting journey where you can make a significant impact in the field of CMF design.

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead the development of the company's various strategic needs, possess strategic foresight, formulate color and material design strategies based on departmental strategies, and implement on various projects.
• Cooperate with the design team and manage team members to take charge of the entire process involved in creating forward-looking CMF design solutions.
• Foster collaboration with suppliers, engineering and product teams to create exceptional and innovative products. Managing costs and quality, and clarifying standards to make it a benchmark in the design industry.
• Assume responsibility for establishing a design taste and working culture that harmonizes with our team in Beijing and Shanghai.
• Aim to embody Li Auto's design philosophy in Europe, necessitating outstanding connections within the design community. The incumbent will serve as a lighthouse, guiding and representing our brand to ensure a strong and influential presence in the European design landscape.

Requirements

Education/Experience

• Bachelor degree or above, major in industrial, transportation, clothing, color design and other related fields.
• Above 5 years’ experience in the CMF department of a car / luxury brand, exquisite culture and taste, passion for design, future trends and artistic disciplines.
• Possess a solid theoretical foundation of CMF until production, to be able to lead a design from strategy, through development, to final color buck release.

Knowledge

• Proficiency in using Photoshop and Illustrator. Strategic foresight, color development and planning capabilities.
• Proficient English communication and writing skills, excellent team coordination and communication skills

Skills and Competencies

• Must have excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated & learning.
• Proactive and creative.
• Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Self-confidence and goal driven. Orientation toward results.

About Li Auto

We're a leading Chinese new energy vehicle company that designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles (EVs). Through product, technology, and business model innovations, we provide families with safer, more comfortable, and more convenient products and services.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Design
• Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing