Job Description

Job DescriptionWith a team of over 450 employees across seven global offices – from Amsterdam to Austin, Hong Kong to Dubai – UNS is more than just an architecture firm. We are a collective of thinkers, problem solvers, and creative minds working across disciplines to shape a better world. From cities to airports, bridges to brands, we design solutions that address real societal challenges.As a Product Designer, you will join a team dedicated to building knowledge, conducting research, and creating innovative product designs that extend beyond architecture. Leveraging your design expertise, you will contribute to future-proofing our projects. Our portfolio includes impactful designs such as the Poltrona Frau – Dune Divan sofa, the Node+ Sofa for Lacividina, the Doraff for Alessi, and the 344 door handle for Hafi, featured in our Four Frankfurt Project. As part of this team, you will apply your skills and knowledge to develop forward-thinking product solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesIndependently create product designs and ensure their detailed development.Provide support to product designers and architects in their design activities.Work on multiple projects simultaneously, managing priorities effectively.Operate under indirect supervision, receiving guidance and consultation as required.Maintain internal communication with project coordinators, designers, architects, and technical designers.Engage in regular external communication with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders.This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful, future-oriented product developments while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of experts.Job requirementsEducation: A master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, supplemented by courses in relevant drawing software.Practical Knowledge: Practical orientation in material and color knowledge and their application.Extensive proficiency in Adobe Suite, Rhino, and creating sketches/drawings.Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience after obtaining the required degree.Fluent in English (presenting, speaking, reading, writing)Highly motivated, self-guided, and research drivenWilling to contribute to our collective knowledge cultureWhat We OfferYou have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projectsYou are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environmentResearch is an integrated and valued part of your daily workYou have the opportunity to initiate and develop research projects with external companies and institutionsYour experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is ranked highestYou work in a young international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and social, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects and everything in-betweenYou design through discovery, and learn on the jobYou get as much creative freedom as you are willing to takeYou find yourself in a responsible position as soon as you are readyYou have 30 annual holidays, with a holiday allowance in addition to your annual salaryWhy join UNSUNS is renowned for its innovative and sustainable approach to architecture. By joining our team, you will become part of a global network of professionals dedicated to creating meaningful and impactful designs. We offer a collaborative and inspiring work environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued.We look forward to receiving your C.V./resume + portfolio.

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