Interior Project Lead
Location:Oxford (3 days on-site per week) with regular travel to Bicester and Woking
Rate: £42.50 p/h via Umbrella
Duration: Inital 6 months
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interior Project Lead to bridge the gap between creative vehicle styling and robust engineering delivery. In this role, you will lead the development of advanced vehicle interior systems - including instrument panels, consoles, door trims, and cabin technology integration to deliver a premium, user-focused space for our next-generation vehicles.
This position requires a strong blend of technical design expertise and project management leadership. You will be responsible for taking interior concepts from a clean sheet, managing the engineering delivery timeline, and leading cross-functional engineering and design teams globally.
The successful candidate will oversee desktop packaging and architecture studies as well as the physical benchmarking of premium vehicle interiors, tracking technical attributes, material finishes, craftsmanship, and perceived quality. Working from an initial engineering brief, you will use your technical judgment and problem-solving skills to drive the development of the cabin interior. A key part of the role involves collaborating closely with Studio Design, Ergonomics, UI/UX, and Advanced Engineering teams to resolve early conflicts between aesthetic vision, occupant packaging, and tec...