Join Bugatti Rimac: the Ultimate Hypercar Company
Bugatti Rimac, as part of the Rimac Group, sees the unique combination of two automotive and technological trailblazers. Leveraging Rimac's nimble agility, technical prowess, and groundbreaking innovation in the electric vehicle sector, coupled with Bugatti's storied +110-year legacy of crafting some of the world's most iconic hypercars, we have emerged as a powerhouse within the hypercar industry.
At Bugatti Rimac, we recognize that our most valuable asset is our human capital. The combination of diverse individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, unique capabilities, and talent invested by our employees not only defines our distinctive culture but also significantly contributes to our reputation and overall company achievements.
We are in search of exceptional individuals to reinforce our team, and the number one thing we’re after is talent. If you are a creative, problem-solving professional who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and if you are ready to embrace the challenges that come with pushing the boundaries of automotive and technological excellence, then we want to hear from you.
Join Bugatti Rimac and be part of a team driving automotive innovation to new heights.
CMF Designer
Location: Berlin
Department: Bugatti Design Studio
Reports To: Head of CMF Design or Design Director
Position Overview
We are seeking an exceptionally skilled Senior CMF Designer with a strong background in new material development for the automotive luxury segment. The ideal candidate combines a refined aesthetic sensibility with deep technical expertise in material innovation, manufacturing processes, and sustainability. This role requires a future-oriented thinker who can translate brand values and emerging trends into tangible, emotionally engaging material experiences for next-generation luxury vehicles.
The Senior CMF Designer will lead the research, creation, and implementation of new materials, colors, and finishes that embody the brand’s vision of luxury, craftsmanship, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Material Innovation & Development
- Research, conceptualize, and develop new materials, colors, and finishes with a focus on luxury and advanced manufacturing.
- Identification of new technologies, processes, and materials suitable for high-end automotive interiors and exteriors.
- Collaborate closely with the entire CMF Team, Engineers, Technicians, Quality, Purchasing, suppliers and artisans to align within the design process to ensure the accomplishment of the several milestones.
- Ensure all new materials meet automotive performance, durability, and regulatory standards without compromising design intent.
- Lead prototype material creation, feasibility studies, and material testing phases.
2. Design Strategy & Methodology
- Establish a structured, transparent CMF development methodology, from concept to industrialization, including documentation, specifications, and implementation guidelines.
- Integrate trend forecasting, cultural insights, and innovation roadmaps into the CMF Material strategy to ensure long-term relevance and a preservation of brand values and visions
- Build and maintain a materials library reflecting both heritage craftsmanship and future technologies.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work in close collaboration with Exterior & Interior Design, Engineering, UX to ensure a cohesive material and color narrative.
- Liaise with suppliers, Tier-1 partners, and production teams to ensure feasibility, quality, and consistency in material execution.
- Regular Alignment within the CMF Team to collect needs for upcoming Projects, Individualisations, Sur Mesure Cars, Solitaire projects or other customer related topics.
4. Future Thinking & Brand Vision
- Anticipate future luxury trends, translating them into actionable design strategies and tangible material expressions.
- Develop concept materials and CMF palettes that project a 5–10-year vision for the brand.
- Represent the CMF function in innovation forums, supplier workshops, and advanced design projects.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Textile Design, Material Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in CMF design, preferably in the luxury automotive, fashion, furniture, or high-end consumer goods industries.
- Proven track record of new material creation and implementation within complex industrial environments.
- Strong understanding of luxury manufacturing techniques, including leather craftsmanship, metal finishing, natural materials, textiles, ceramics, and emerging biomaterials.
- Solid experience in supplier collaboration, prototype building, and industrialization processes.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills.
- Advanced proficiency in CMF tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Substance Suite, VRED, Adobe After Effects or similar).
- Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g. French, German, Italian) are an advantage.
Personal Attributes
- Highly self-organized and methodical with a structured approach to project execution.
- Visionary and future-oriented, capable of anticipating design and cultural shifts.
- Hands-on and curious, eager to explore new materials and processes through experimentation.
- Refined aesthetic judgment and sensitivity to detail, proportion, and tactility.
- Passionate about the intersection of design, craftsmanship, and technology.
- Teamplayer with high ethical values
- Constant willingness for improvement and dedication to acquire new knowledge and competencies
Why Join Us
- Be a part of the forward-thinking Bugatti design team shaping the future of mobility.
- Work in a creative, interdisciplinary environment that values innovation, sustainability, and authenticity.
- Opportunity to influence the material identity of Bugatti
- Collaborate with world-class experts, artisans, and technologists in the creation of next-generation automotive experiences.
Join Bugatti Rimac and Experience:
- Engaging projects with cutting-edge technology, contributing to world-class solutions
- Where your work makes a difference
- Financial support for transportation because we understand the importance of a hassle-free commute
- Flexible work schedules and remote work options are available, acknowledging the importance of accommodating a variety of professional preferences and optimizing productivity
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including additional and supplementary benefits because your well-being is our priority
- Access to psychological counseling services, demonstrating our commitment to your mental health
- Kitchen and relaxation zones throughout the office, with complimentary coffee/tea, fresh fruit, and more
- Fun team-building activities and unforgettable company parties because we believe in the importance of team spirit and having a good time
- Subsidies for kindergartens, festive Christmas parties for your kids, and thoughtful presents because we value family care
- Discounts at various stores and clinics, catering to the well-being of both you and your pets