Kaia Lighting is hiring an atelier associate to join its team in Munich, Germany.

Kaia Editions is a design-led brand operating at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and product design. From our atelier near Munich, we develop and produce high-quality lighting objects for architects, interior designers, and private clients worldwide. Our work is defined by a commitment to precise craftsmanship, material integrity, and a timeless formal language.

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Atelier Associate to join our atelier full-time. This is a hands-on atelier position, suited to someone with a genuine passion for design and craftsmanship, a strong attention to detail, and a proactive, production-oriented mindset.

Your role

You will be a key part of our atelier, responsible for the precise production of our lighting pieces, supporting prototyping processes, and contributing to the overall workflow of the workshop. Working closely with the design and project team, you will help ensure the consistent quality, refinement, and reliability of our products.

Responsibilities:

independent fabrication and assembly of lighting objects and components
support in the development and realization of prototypes
careful packaging of products for clients, shipping, and presentations
support in purchasing and procurement of materials, components, and workshop supplies
assistance in sourcing materials and coordinating with suppliers
ensuring quality standards in construction, finish, and materials
close coordination with design, project management, and the wider team

Profile:

background in design, product design, craftsmanship, or a related field
experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment, ideally in high-quality production
excellent manual skills and technical understanding
sensitivity to design and materiality
high level of precision and attention to detail
structured, reliable, and self-driven working style
genuine enthusiasm for working in a design-focused, craft-driven atelier environment

What we offer:

the opportunity to work on refined, design-led products in an international context
a collaborative atelier environment with close exchange between design and production
short decision-making paths and a high level of autonomy
long-term perspective within a growing studio
full-time atelier position based in our workshop near Munich

Application

Please send your CV and a short statement of motivation.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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