Sr. CMF Designer
Belkin
- Shenzhen, Guangdong
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collaborate proactively with US Industrial Design team to understand design intent and goals
- Communicate CMF design intent through CMF design, specifications, and master samples to engineering staff and manufacturers
- Study concepts with Engineers and Suppliers and make necessary feasibility negotiation while protecting the original design intent
- Make sketches, 2D, or 3D design changes to the original concepts and counter propose options to Industrial Designers if needed
- Research CMF and develop strategic and tactical solutions as required. Present reports and materials to inspire the rest of the design organization
- Develop various levels of prototypes, including proof of concept, form & style samples, aesthetic samples, and even working samples as needed
- Gather and provide comparison data for multiple CMF design options against cost, schedule, quality, and other critical attributes and lead the cross-functional team to achieve consensus
- On ODM projects, provide CMF design guideline to ODM designers, review, and approve their work in collaboration with US ID team
- Work with Sourcing team to identify new suppliers as needed for project purposes
- Generate and manage measurable CMF, and other cosmetic specifications
- Review and approve parts/product for production
- Adhere to the project budgets and timelines as set by the Program Manager
- Adhere to Belkin’s brand & design language guidelines
- BA/BS degree in Industrial Design or Engineering related field.
- 6+ years of design experience in the consumer product industry
- 4+ years of CMF design and management experience
- Fluent in relevant software (Adobe CC, SolidWorks CAD, MS Office, etc.), tools, materials (from consumer electronics to fashion), and manufacturing processes
- Highly proficient in use of Adobe CS 5, Excel, PowerPoint software
- 3D CAD modeling experience using SolidWorks, Pro-E, or Rhino highly preferred
- Knowledge of color theory, ability to analyze and make comments efficiently to suppliers
- Knowledge of CMF related specification methods and measurement techniques
- Knowledge of CMF related measurement tools, such as spectrophotometer, glossmeter, etc.
- Knowledge of various CMF application processes (PVD, dyeing, silk screening, spraying, etc.)
- Ability to multi-task in tight timelines with an exceptional eye for details
- Substantial interest in consumer and industry trends
- Excellent visual communication and presentation skills
- Excellent verbal and written English and Mandarin skills
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally