6 Cmf Jobs

The role of Lead Industrial Designer at our company involves driving the design and development of innovative, user-focused products. You will be responsible for combining aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability, leading the design team from concept to production. Collaboration with engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams is essential to ensure the effective delivery of the product vision. As a Lead Industrial Designer, you will own and drive the design vision for multiple product categories, bringing together form, function, and user experience into cohesive and manufacturable designs. Additionally, you will lead new product design and CMF (Color, Material, Finish) exploration to deliver exceptional physical experiences aligned with the brand's identity. Engaging deeply in user and market research to uncover insights that shape design strategy and direction is a key aspect of the role. Managing multiple parallel projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and overseeing external design partners for timely and high-quality execution are also part of the responsibilities. The ideal candidate for this position is a design thinker with over 6 years of experience in small-sized consumer product designs. A degree from NID Ahmedabad or an equivalent tier-1 design school is required. The candidate should possess a strong aesthetic sensibility, technical understanding of materials and processes, and a collaborative mindset. Balancing creative exploration with real-world feasibility is crucial, with the portfolio reflecting both functional design and visual excellence. The role will involve work spanning early ideation to final mass production, requiring a strong grasp of manufacturing constraints, material sciences, and emerging trends. Joining our team offers perks, benefits, and a vibrant work culture. You will enjoy a cool startup culture with a young team, open work plan, and unlimited cups of coffee to fuel your creativity. Our great taste in design is reflected in our office space and products. Fun activities and frequent team parties ensure an enjoyable work environment. If you are passionate about the company's growth and willing to put in hard work and long hours, we are looking for you! Skills required for this role include aesthetics, manufacturability knowledge, user and market research, product design, industrial design, user experience design, CMF, cross-functional collaboration, and manufacturing expertise.,

As a Lead Industrial Designer at our mid-sized company located in Sector 49, Gurugram, you will play a crucial role in driving the design and development of innovative, user-focused products. Your primary responsibility will be to combine aesthetics, functionality, and manufacturability in order to guide the design team from concept to production. Collaboration with engineering, marketing, and manufacturing teams will be essential to ensure that the product vision is effectively delivered. You will be tasked with owning and driving the design vision for multiple product categories, bringing together form, function, and user experience into cohesive and manufacturable designs. Additionally, you will lead new product design and CMF (Color, Material, Finish) exploration to deliver exceptional physical experiences that align with the brand's identity. Engaging deeply in user and market research will be a key aspect of your role, allowing you to uncover insights that shape design strategy and direction. Managing multiple parallel projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and overseeing external design partners will also be part of your responsibilities to ensure timely and high-quality execution. The ideal candidate for this role is a design thinker with over 6 years of experience in small-sized consumer product designs and holds a degree from NID Ahmedabad or an equivalent tier-1 design school. You should possess a strong aesthetic sensibility, technical understanding of materials and processes, and a collaborative mindset. Balancing creative exploration with real-world feasibility should be something you enjoy, and your portfolio should reflect both functional design and visual excellence. Your work will span from early ideation to final mass production, requiring a strong grasp of manufacturing constraints, material sciences, and emerging trends. In addition to the challenging and rewarding role, you will enjoy perks, benefits, and a vibrant work culture. Our company embraces a cool startup culture with a young team, open work plan, and unlimited cups of coffee to keep your creativity flowing. We take pride in our great taste in design, evident in our office space and products. Fun activities and team parties are also part of our work culture to ensure a balanced and enjoyable work environment. If you are passionate about our company's growth, unafraid of hard work or long hours, and possess the necessary skills and mindset, we want you to be a part of our team.,

As an Industrial Designer at Orient Electric Limited, you will play a crucial role in conceptualizing and visualizing product designs and physical interactions. Using your expertise in sketching, 3D CAD, and renderings, you will be responsible for creating innovative and user-centric designs. Your primary tasks will include defining product architecture, features, design trends, physical workflows, and user experiences. Additionally, you will work on designing language & aesthetics, colors & materials, and product technologies. You will have the opportunity to build virtual and physical prototypes to simulate the experience with the product portfolio, ensuring a seamless and engaging interaction for users. Exploring CMF (color, materials, and finishes) with physical samples and renderings will be a key aspect of your role. Moreover, you will be expected to showcase and implement innovative ideas for product packaging, demonstrating creativity and attention to detail. Collaboration is a key aspect of this role, as you will lead brainstorming sessions with interdisciplinary product category teams. Your role will also involve planning and conducting design research focused on product use and experience, aligning with the brand and the desires of target users. Defining processes to analyze and test product usability, ergonomics, and workflows will be essential in ensuring the quality and functionality of the products. In this position, you will visualize user experience scenarios and journeys by integrating physical and digital interactions, creating a seamless and intuitive user experience. Working closely with mechanical engineers and vendors, you will ensure the manufacturability of products, emphasizing a collaborative and efficient approach. To excel in this role, you are expected to have a good understanding of parametric 3D software and graphic design software. Your behavioral competencies, including collaboration, developing & motivating, drive for results & accountability, analysis & decision-making, operational efficiency, driving change, and entrepreneurial drive, will be crucial in driving innovation and success in your role. If you are a creative and detail-oriented individual with 2-3 years of experience in industrial design, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Orient Electric's product innovation and design excellence. This is a full-time position based in Faridabad, offering a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to work with a market leader in electrical consumer durables and lighting products. Join us in shaping the future of product design and user experience at Orient Electric Limited.,

Role & responsibilities Understanding Vehicle color material definitions from Global Design Office. Mastering - Evaluate and qualify regional supplier color submissions for commodities like Fabric, Vinyl, Leather, Plastic, Paints, Plastic, Decorative finishes and Textures. Pre-texture / Post texture reviews for injection molded parts (exposure with Tooling activities and production process is desirable) Texture Mark up on physical parts Color and Gloss reviews on Interior and Exterior Parts. Conducting Vehicle Interior Harmony reviews as per standards Exterior harmony reviews for Body color and hang on parts. Create and Maintain Appearance Definition documents. Ensure the progress and KPIs for AAR approvals. Report the AAR development status. Support vehicle programs for material development for body, interior, chassis and powertrain parts Define and select materials for applications/parts and create a validation plan Follow-up with supplier and support suppliers to complete material approval process and industrialization within project timeline Maintain material libraries and databases Support coordination & validation of local material (Plastic, Elastomer, Soft / Textile materials, Chrome, Paints etc.,) to global standard for product development. Participate to the development of local integration by auditing and validating materials suppliers Extend support in plant for any material development or failure analysis, visit to plant as and when required for co-ordination and support Know-how on Benchmarking in India Preferred candidate profile Essential: 8 to10 years of experience in relevant industry & department Good knowledge especially in plastics, rubbers, textiles, plating and painting Automotive color material & Finish exposure. Eyesight to pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color Vision Test Knowledge of material grades & basics about their compositions Good contacts with Tier I and raw material suppliers Excellent MS Power Point (presentation) skills Good communication skills, inter-cultural communications with global teams Organized, autonomous to set priorities & being pro-active Result driven, quick to act Good interpersonal skills, able to adapt, & work in CFT Willingness to learn foreign languages

Bajaj Electricals Ltd Location: Mahape, Navi Mumbai BU/Division: Research and Development Job Purpose: As a CMF Senior Designer specializing in home appliances, you will work closely with our design and engineering teams to develop new products from concept to production that push the visual and user experience to new levels. This role requires a strong understanding of colour theory, material properties, and surface finish. You will have the opportunity to contribute to all stages of the design process, including research, ideation, prototyping, and testing. Key Responsibilities: Design Execution: Generate CMF design concepts and proposals that align with product requirements, project objectives and user needs, using evocative visuals, mood boards and physical samples. Explore and evaluate a wide range of materials, considering factors such as functionality, aesthetics, durability, sustainability, and manufacturing feasibility, to determine the most suitable materials for our products. Specify surface finishes, textures and treatments that enhance the visual and tactile qualities of our products, ensuring consistency with the overall design vision and brand aesthetic, without sacrificing functionality of parts. Cross Functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with cross functional teams including industrial designers, product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical requirements ensuring smooth handover. Material and Process Expertise: Propose appropriate materials and manufacturing processes to achieve design intent, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals. Maintain awareness of current design trends, materials, and technologies in the home appliance industry and document. Design Documentation: Exploring, refining, and documenting design solutions and processes. Specify and document approved design’s form, colour specifications, materials/finishes and visual acceptance standards for Engineering and Manufacturing via “Industrial Design CMF Specification” document to ensure consistency and quality across manufacturing processes. Compile and update CMF brochures with a great level of accuracy. Educational Qualifications: B.Des/M.Des in Product Design, Graphic, Lifetsyle design or a related field. Work Experience: 5-10 years of professional experience in industrial design, with a significant focus on home appliances/lifestyle/automotive. A robust portfolio demonstrating your CMF design process, creativity, innovative solutions and successful products in the home appliance or similar sector. Functional Competancies: Software Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), CAD software (SolidWorks, Rhino, Belnder), and rendering tools (KeyShot, VRay or equivalent). Creative Skills: Exceptional sketching and visualization skills with a strong sense of aesthetics. A deep knowledge of colour theory, material properties, and surface finishes, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics. Excellent insight, expertise and understanding of plastic manufacturing processes, and materials. Strong understanding on how principal materials/textures & graphical patterns can be processed and applied on 3D forms User-Centered Design: Clear understanding of user-centered design principles and practices. Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, engineering principles and sustainable design practices. Strong understanding of principal materials such as paint, plastic, texture, and decorative finishes. Behavioral Competancies: Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly and persuasively. Leadership: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. Execute projects with minimum supervision. Ability to function successfully in a fast-paced, agile team environment. Exhibiting a forward thinking and collaborative approach to design. Ability to thrive in a place of rapid growth and change. Job Purpose: As a CMF Senior Designer specializing in home appliances, you will work closely with our design and engineering teams to develop new products from concept to production that push the visual and user experience to new levels. This role requires a strong understanding of colour theory, material properties, and surface finish. You will have the opportunity to contribute to all stages of the design process, including research, ideation, prototyping, and testing.

Role & responsibilities Understanding Vehicle color material definitions from Global Design Office. Mastering - Evaluate and qualify regional supplier color submissions for commodities like Fabric, Vinyl, Leather, Plastic, Paints, Plastic, Decorative finishes and Textures. Pre-texture / Post texture reviews for injection molded parts (exposure with Tooling activities and production process is desirable) Texture Mark up on physical parts Color and Gloss reviews on Interior and Exterior Parts. Conducting Vehicle Interior Harmony reviews as per standards Exterior harmony reviews for Body color and hang on parts. Create and Maintain Appearance Definition documents. Ensure the progress and KPIs for AAR approvals. Report the AAR development status. Support vehicle programs for material development for body, interior, chassis and powertrain parts Define and select materials for applications/parts and create a validation plan Follow-up with supplier and support suppliers to complete material approval process and industrialization within project timeline Maintain material libraries and databases Support coordination & validation of local material (Plastic, Elastomer, Soft / Textile materials, Chrome, Paints etc.,) to global standard for product development. Participate to the development of local integration by auditing and validating materials suppliers Extend support in plant for any material development or failure analysis, visit to plant as and when required for co-ordination and support Know-how on Benchmarking in India Preferred candidate profile Essential: 8 to10 years of experience in relevant industry & department Good knowledge especially in plastics, rubbers, textiles, plating and painting Automotive color material & Finish exposure. Eyesight to pass Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Color Vision Test Knowledge of material grades & basics about their compositions Good contacts with Tier I and raw material suppliers Excellent MS Power Point (presentation) skills Good communication skills, inter-cultural communications with global teams Organized, autonomous to set priorities & being pro-active Result driven, quick to act Good interpersonal skills, able to adapt, & work in CFT Willingness to learn foreign languages