Industrial Designer at
Bang & Olufsen

Join a passionate design team and have an integral part in creating concepts and designs for a globally renowned luxury lifestyle audio brand. Grab this opportunity to grow your industrial design skills and apply them to Bang & Olufsen’s audio products.

Key responsibilities

• Create compelling concepts and industrial designs, based on creative direction and brand language
• Be design lead in projects, as a key driver from design team side, from early concept creation all the way to launch
• Visualize and present your ideas in an inspiring and communicative manner
• Contribute creatively in design team and cross-company team working sessions and workshops
• Work closely with PM and engineering teams globally in project core teams and conversations
• Strive towards more sustainable solutions, repairability, exchangeability and refurbishing or parts, extending the lifecycle of our products
• Work closely with manufacturing teams globally to ensure that designs are delivered according to our design standards and to explore new processes and ideas
• Ensure that the products are well represented in marketing
• Contribute across Bang & Olufsen sites and visit suppliers

What you bring

We are seeking an industrial designer with 8+ years of experience in industrial designer roles, with exposure to luxury or high-end products in the following categories; consumer electronics, automotive, interior design or another relevant field. As a person, you have a positive mindset and effective collaboration skills and you know how to reach optimal results through teamwork.

Moreover, you bring:

• Proven experience of creating compelling concepts and industrial designs and being able to share your ideas across multiple stakeholders and departments
• Broad experience of the complete design process from early design concept to final product execution
• Masters degree in Industrial Design
• Advanced competence in 3D programs (Alias, Rhino), Adobe Creative Suite and Keyshot (Grasshopper skills are an added advantage)
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Experience working with stakeholders from various cultural backgrounds
• A sharp and critical eye when it comes to industrial design details
• Coordination skills for your own tasks – you know how to deliver many projects at once without losing the overview
• Accountability – always delivering on commitments
• A growth mindset and endless curiosity
• Broad interest and understanding of both design and technology
• Fluency in English is mandatory

What we offer

You will join a cross-functional team of designers, who share an enthusiasm and curiosity for designing new ways of listening, watching, and being creative. Representing a range of countries and cultures, we seek to create a group of excellence and care.

With approximately 1,100 employees, Bang & Olufsen is an agile company that gives room for individual flexibility and decision-making. Our hierarchy is flat, and our communication is open and trustworthy. We believe in mutual respect and with a unique pool of people coming from +55 countries we aim to build a more inclusive workplace to grow as professionals and as a company and remain innovative.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package.

Location: Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.

Start date: As soon as possible.

Travel: Approx. 20%.

How to apply

Submit your CV and application in English by pressing the ‘Apply’ button. Applications are assessed continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and no later than 30th November 2024.

At Bang & Olufsen, we believe in equal opportunities for all. We encourage applicants to focus on their qualifications, skills, and experience when submitting their CVs. Please refrain from including personal information such as photographs. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal chance to succeed. If you see yourself in the position and believe you have the potential to support build B&O\\\\\\\'s future, even if you don\\\\\\\'t meet all the requirements, we sincerely encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you want to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact our TA Specialist, Grant Stevens-Bulmer on [email protected]. Please do not send your CV and application to this e-mail directly as these will not be taken into consideration.

Bang & Olufsen has for more than 99 years developed luxury audio products that change moods and inspire minds. With offices in Denmark (headquartered in Struer) and the rest of the world, Bang & Olufsen is determined to create products that push the boundaries of audio technology. To this day, every product is still characterized by the unique combination of beautiful sound, timeless design and unrivalled craftmanship.