Automotive CMF Designer | Up to $130k

Hire With Jarvis - Lance Melendez; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hire With Jarvis - Lance Melendez is looking for a Color & Materials Specialist in Huntington Beach, California. This role blends design with client engagement in high-end automotive interiors and exteriors. You will develop color and material concepts, manage client relationships, and ensure top-tier customization.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience, a portfolio, and exceptional communication skills. Compensation ranges from $100,000 to $130,000, with a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in color and materials design for automotive or related industries.
• Proven success in managing high-touch client relationships.
• Strong understanding of production color/material development.

Responsibilities

• Develop color and material concepts for vehicle interiors and exteriors.
• Coordinate material development and master sample releases with suppliers.
• Manage client relationships and oversee customization selections.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address operational concerns.

Skills

Color and materials design

Client relations

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Industrial Design, Business, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Color & Materials Specialist with a strong background in design and client relations to play a key role in crafting high-end automotive interiors and exteriors. This position blends aesthetic innovation with client engagement, ensuring that every vehicle meets the highest standards of design and customization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop color and material concepts for vehicle interiors and exteriors, ensuring quality in texture, gloss, and finish.
• Work directly with suppliers to coordinate material development and master sample releases.
• Oversee client build journeys, ensuring customization selections are accurately captured and executed.
• Manage client relationships, serving as the main point of contact for updates and feedback.
• Create detailed client journey documentation, guiding customers through the customization process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address any operational or production-related concerns.
• Stay ahead of design and styling trends, ensuring all selections meet regulatory and feasibility requirements.
• Handle customer inquiries with a high level of attention to detail, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.

What You Bring

• A portfolio is required for consideration.
• At least 5 years of experience in color and materials design for automotive, product, or textile applications.
• Experience in high-touch client relations, sales, or customer support, ensuring seamless service throughout the customization process.
• Strong understanding of production color/material development for luxury or performance-focused products.
• Degree in Industrial Design, Business, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 – $130,000 per year
• Benefits package including 401(k) with matching, health insurance, and paid time off

This is an exciting opportunity for a design-driven professional who thrives at the intersection of creativity and customer experience. If you have a passion for automotive materials, luxury design, and high-touch client engagement, we’d love to hear from you.

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