Lead CMF Designer

Lead/Senior CMF Designer

AVATR Global Design Center is looking for a Lead/Senior CMF Designer to join our growing team in Munich. This role will participate in key design projects and be involved throughout the entire development process - from initial research and concept creation to production and show car execution. You will contribute strategically to project development while delivering hands-on, high-quality creative output in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

What you will do:

• Generate and lead design concepts for assigned projects from concept to execution
• Create new product applications and strategic concepts for the IVO brand, both globally and within the Chinese market
• Develop design ideas into virtual and physical explorations, including ideation models and overall thematic concepts
• Collaborate closely with internal design teams and cross-functional departments, including Exterior, Interior, Fabrication, Modeling, Engineering, Cost Management, and Marketing
• Coordinate and collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure design intent and quality
• Provide effective and creative solutions to existing design challenges and project requirements
• Participate in design reviews and presentations, contributing a high level of creative and strategic input
• Develop forward-looking concepts, product ideas, and design strategies aligned with brand vision
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to inform design decisions and innovation
• Stay current on design trends, technology, and market influences, and help translate them into compelling CMF directions.

What you will bring:

• 5+ years of experience working on production vehicle projects is preferred
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking, combining logical reasoning with creative and strategic approaches
• Excellent communication skills, including interpersonal, presentation, and written communication
• Demonstrated ability in creative and strategic conceptual development
• High level of digital proficiency, with strong skills in relevant design and visualization software
• Proven ability to integrate people, processes, and systems effectively across projects
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to align stakeholders and drive decisions
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities, with a solution-oriented mindset
• Effective resource management skills, including time, priorities, and cross-functional coordination

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience.
• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work both remotely and in the office.
• Annual Leave: 30 days of paid annual leave.
• Health & Wellness: Access to the Wellhub Pass for your well-being.
• Employee Development: Learning opportunities and training programs to support your career growth.
• Transport Support: Deutschland ticket or fuel card.
• Meal Allowance: For lunch at the canteen.
• Gifts: Celebratory gifts for work anniversaries and Chinese New Year.
• Company Events: Regular team-building and social activities.
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, supportive environment where every voice is valued.

Thank you for considering joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you and hope you become a part of our company. If you are interested in the position, please apply now. We are excited about the possibility of working together to create a bright future!