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Colour and Materials Lead Designer

Where

Gaydon

Type

Contract

Salary

50.52 Hourly

Colour and Materials Lead Designer - (phone number removed) - £50.52/hr umbrella rate (Inside IR35)

Are you ready to take your design career to the next level? Step into a role that's as dynamic as it is inspiring. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company that's redefining modern luxury and sustainability in the automotive industry. As the Colour and Materials Lead Designer, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the look and feel of cutting-edge vehicles while driving positive societal and environmental impact. If you're passionate about creativity, sustainability, and delivering world-class design, this opportunity is for you.

What You Will Do:

- Lead the design and development of sustainable and innovative colour and materials solutions for both interior and exterior vehicle applications.

- Create and realise proof-of-concept designs, pushing the boundaries of material technology and aesthetic appeal.

- Participate in weekly design reviews, presenting ideas and solutions while collaborating with senior designers and stakeholders.

- Mentor and guide junior designers, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.

- Stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring the company remains a leader in design innovation and sustainability.

- Work independently to deliver projects on time, meeting design, feasibility, and cost requirements.

What You Will Bring:

- Proven creative and presentation skills, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.

- In-depth knowledge of automotive materials, processes, and suppliers, as well as a keen awareness of competitors.

- Advanced proficiency in Adobe software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

- A passion for colour and material design, backed by a solid understanding of industry trends and innovations.

- Extensive relevant Automotive experience, with the ability to plan and execute projects independently while mentoring others.

In this role, you'll contribute to a company that is committed to reimagining modern luxury through sustainability. By creating innovative and responsible designs, you'll play a key part in helping the company achieve its ambitious goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2039. Your work will directly impact the company's mission to deliver unique customer experiences and set new benchmarks in the automotive industry.

Location: This role is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Gaydon, a hub for innovation and design excellence.

Interested?: If you're ready to lead the way in colour and materials design, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a team of next-generation thinkers and make your mark in a company that's shaping the future of mobility. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your passion into impact-apply today!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

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