CMF Designer

We push the boundaries of what others have defined as possible. Our approach starts with an engineering mindset and different thinking. Then we continuously refine our ideas – unwilling to compromise and driven by an obsession for finding a better way.

You will be responsible for creatively generating and developing CMF concepts and to deliver final design of colours, materials and finishes for Dyson products in relation to the overall Design and company strategy

You will be involved in every aspect of the CMF design journey and be responsible for supporting the development ofCMF concepts to enable the delivery of final design of colours, materials and finishes for Dyson products in relation to the overall Design and company strategy.

About The Role

You will work closely within an established CMF Design team, all focused on making the owner experience the best it can be and in-keeping with Dyson’s reputation.

Presentation of CMF Design at executive level

Takes an active role in growing the CMF function at Dyson whilst playing a vital role within the newly established CMF team

Responsible for generating CMF Design Specifications, project and material development timing plans and mastering of material samples. Communication of CMF Design using visuals and models

Own the CMF Design of our products from concept, through various stages of development, and into production

Work collaboratively with the wider Design and Product Experience Team to promote world-leading design

Manage internal communications with global RDD, Commercial, Quality, Engineering and programme functions for project success

Support in discovering new resources for materials to aid in enhancing innovation

Have broad experience of both soft and hard material developments. Extensive knowledge of material technology and manufacturing processes. Creation and development of CMF narratives, strategy and comprehensive design guidelines

About you

A degree in Textile Design, Colour and Material Design, Product or Industrial Design or equivalent.

Highly motivated and collaborative – taking ownership of projects and at the same time, being objective and responsive to feedback.

Self-motivated, able to take initiative with the ability to work independently when needed.

Excellent communication and presentation skills both verbally and visually.

Ability to assess project risks impacting CMF Design and recommend mitigations.

Possess a good understanding of various production processes & engineering processes – how they influence design and fabrication.

Superior colour vision and eye for detail. Ability to travel if required.

Software Tools – Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Rhino, KeyShot, Office Suite including PowerPoint and Excel.

Performance-related bonus scheme

Life assurance

Discounts on Dyson machines and retail purchases

Free bus travel to and from campus (from Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, and Swindon)

Lifestyle

Generous holiday allowance of 27 days (plus bank holidays)

Free on-site parking

Free on-site lunches, fruit, and hot drinks

Access to on-site sports centre, gym, hair salon, and lifestyle assistance

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Option to purchase additional holiday days

Health

Private medical insurance and dental insurance

Employee assistance programme

Digital GP services

On-site physiotherapy and GP services

Prescription service

Fertility treatment support

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.