For our client, we're looking for a Design Painter.



Description of the assignment Responsible for the preparation, mixing, and development of high-quality paint finishes across concept models, prototype vehicles, and design surfaces. Works closely with designers, modellers, and Colour & Materials teams to ensure physical design models accurately represent intended colours, finishes, and visual effects, and to influence and refine design decisions through expert finish execution. This role requires advanced craftsmanship, deep technical expertise in automotive paint systems, and a strong ability to solve complex finishing challenges. It also involves setting quality standards, guiding best practice within the team, and contributing to the development of future vehicle design through high-level finish evaluation and delivery. Qualifications and skills required for the role * Extensive experience in paint application and surface finishing within automotive, design studio, prototype, or high-end bespoke environments, delivering premium-quality results. * Proven ability to prepare and finish surfaces to the highest presentation standards, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations. * Advanced experience in mixing, matching, and formulating complex colours and finishes, resolving challenging material issues. * Experience managing paint equipment and materials, ensuring effective maintenance, quality control, and efficient use of consumables.



Personal attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring consistently presentation- and production-quality surfaces
• across multiple programmes.
• Strong ability to interpret and critically evaluate design intent, translating it into achievable, highquality physical finishes.
• Advanced organisational and planning skills, with experience managing materials, equipment, and
• priorities across fast-paced, multi-project environments.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience leading cross-functional coordination
• and mentoring junior team members.