Automotive CMF Designer in a nutshell

The position will be part of our Milan Aesthetic Research Center (MARC), one of Huawei Research Centers committed to enhancing the quality of Huawei products by creating a strong design ecosystem. As an automotive CMF designer, you will play an active role in the automotive design team, collaborating in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. You will work closely with experts in Product, User Experience, Brand, and Retail Design to shape the future of Huawei products and consumer experiences globally. The studio is located in Milan, Italy, one of Europe’s most dynamic and international cities.

Type of Contract: 1 year temporary contract with our outsourcing partner Randstad Italia, with the possibility of long term employment afterwards

What will be your main responsibilities?

• Generate automotive CMF projects, actively participating in all stages of the process to create competitive and successful solutions.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of the design activities, working from initial concepts through to production-ready designs, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Bring strong creative enthusiasm and attention to detail, focusing on refining design solutions and exploring innovative ideas.
• Collaborate with external design resources to enhance team capabilities and actively participate in joint projects and partnerships.
• Communicate and present design concepts effectively, both internally and externally, ensuring clear and consistent understanding.
• Develop a solid knowledge of the Chinese automotive market,
• Be available to travel to China or other project related locations a few times per year to support projects, conduct benchmarking, and engage with the HQ design team.

What are the skills required for this position?

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Design.
• At least 2 years of experience in design, gained within a top-level agency or an in-house design team.
• Complete independence in the generation of design proposals, from inspiration moodboards, to rendering creation, call outs, application on physical models and production follow up.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D design techniques, including photo editing and rendering.
• Knowledge of Blender for 3D exchange and rendering.
• Proven record of following up physical models, both in small or full scale.
• Interest in and experience with AI tools to improve design quality and efficiency.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates design solutions across different business sectors.
• Proven ability to handle suppliers and consultants to deliver high quality results.
• Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• A team player who can also work independently, with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Knowledge ad understanding of Chinese car market will be a plus.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment.

What We Offer:

We offer you an exciting opportunity in one of the leading and fastest growing multinational technology companies, challenging work and a competitive salary package. 

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Company Info:

Huawei Technologies Italia S.r.l.

Registered Office: Via Lorenteggio 240, Tower A, Milan

Milan Aesthetic Research Center Office address: Via Silvio Pellico 7, Milan