Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer - Engineering, Infographics, Colour & Materials 
Location: Warwickshire (flexible hybrid, 3–4 days onsite per week)
Rate: Up to £40 per hour (via Umbrella)
Contract: 6-9 months (with potential extension)
Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

Join a world-class design team shaping the future of modern luxury and sustainability within the automotive sector. This role is focused on leading the design and development of sustainable and responsible colour and materials content across core, special vehicle operations, and bespoke programmes.

As Senior Lead Designer, you’ll take projects from concept through to launch, delivering innovative proof of concepts and material solutions for both interior and exterior applications.

This is a chance to work at the cutting edge of creativity, sustainability, and material technology, making a visible impact on the next generation of vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the design and development of colour & materials content with a strong sustainability focus.

• Create and realise innovative concepts and material solutions from early stage through to production.

• Present and represent design ideas confidently in reviews with managers and chief designers.

• Mentor junior designers and contribute actively in design reviews.

• Drive sustainable initiatives and “methods of make” into real-world applications.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven creative and presentation skills with excellent aesthetic judgement, colour vision and perception.

• Strong understanding of automotive materials, processes, suppliers, and competitor awareness.

• 5+ years’ relevant experience with the ability to mentor and coach others.

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience).

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines.

• Advanced Adobe Suite skills (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

• Passion for material innovation, design trends, and sustainability.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with VRED or video editing software (e.g. Final Cut Pro).

• Ability to adapt to changing design, feasibility, and cost requirements.

Additional Information

• Hybrid role: onsite 3–4 days per week, remainder remote.

• Portfolios must be provided with applications.

• Offers post-interview will be aligned to skillset and experience.

How to Apply
If you’re a passionate designer, ideally with strong colour & materials experience and a track record of delivering sustainable, innovative design solutions, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and portfolio today.