My client, based in Warwickshire, is looking to add a highly skilled and experienced Clay Modeller to their team. They are looking for someone with a strong background of working in an OEM Design Studio with relevant degree or equivalent industry experience.

This is a 37 week contract role inside of IR35.

Role details

The purpose of this role is to assist in the development of world class clay models for both exterior and interior designs within the creative process.

This highly skilled role requires flexibility, forward thinking and an eye for detail.

This opportunity requires a creative individual who is able to adapt to new technologies and be able to use an array of analogue and digital tools to greatly contribute to the design process.

Work as part of a team in the development and delivery of clay models for customers in Creative.

Apply a logical modelling approach to achieve the delivery of Creative clay properties to the recognised internal standards within given timelines.

Please make sure to include a portfolio of work in your application,

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I’m working with an independent Design, Prototype and Engineering firm based in Coventry who are looking to add a Paint Technician to join their hard-working and dedicated team.

You’ll be working on a variety of projects and need a great eye for detail; this isn’t your run of the mill production line.
Ideally you’ll have experience of working on bespoke vehicles and show cars, be confident in your ability and not be afraid to work effectively against tight timescales.

The client is looking for permanent hires, however if you’re a contractor and you’re open to work do get in touch as that may be an option.

Pay wise, you’re looking at between £20-£25 per hour on a 48-50 hour week. So between £52,000 and £65,000 DOE

We’re looking to arrange interviews for this role quite quickly, so please get in touch for more information

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We are looking to add a Caretaker to our friendly and welcoming team on a permanent, 38 hour per week contract.

A role that will keep you on your toes, we’re looking for someone who is a good all rounder and who can manage their time and prioritise tasks effectively.

Your duties will include:

• To follow a daily cleaning rota across the site.
• Daily forklift driving.
• Supporting goods in/stores with collections and deliveries.
• Moving models/furniture across the site.
• To support Studio Manager with 5S tasks.
• Holiday/illness cover for Goods in and driver.
• Daily Rubbish collection.
• Ground maintenance.
• Painting.
• Ad hoc duties

It is essential that you have right to work in the UK, a full drivers license and a Fork Lift License.

Working at Envisage, you’ll have access to great employee perks, social events and a generous holiday allowance.

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At Envisage Group, we don’t do ordinary. One day you’re working on a classic Healey by Caton, the next you’re working on a life-size CNC produced Crocodile. We have a wide and varied client base to keep you on your toes.

We are looking for two accomplished and skilled paint technicians to join our hard working team, either on a contract or permanent basis. We have some exceedingly cool projects in the pipeline to keep you busy, and we have a reputation for perfection to uphold.

Do you have experience on working with bespoke vehicles? How about classics? Maybe prototypes? If so, we want to hear from you…

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Understand and follow detailed work instructions
• Inspect projects to make sure no obvious defects before painting.
• Painting parts, components, panels etc.
• Follow safety procedures at all times
• Hand spraying
• Preparing vehicles prior to spraying
• Mixing, prepping, masking etc.
• Working to deadlines

Standard hours are 38 per week, however there are extra hours available if wanted. Some additional hours will be required at peak points.

If you would like to find out more please reach out!

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Digital Modelling Manager

Job Purpose:

The job holder will work, with the minimum of supervision, on the design & package on all aspects of current and future vehicle platforms and products managing a team of Digital modellers with a variety of skill sets.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Responsibility of ensuring delivery of premium quality CAD solutions to support Design and Engineering intent whilst meeting key programme timing, and budget constraints.
• Manage, develop and motivate team of Digital modellers to deliver premium quality CAD solutions to support Design and Engineering intent.
• Plan and prioritise Digital modelling team workload utilising permanent and agency resource.
• Be able to professionally respond with accurate estimates for resource and time scales to enable efficient programme timing, whilst maintaining best possible output from the Design Studio.
• Setup and development of CAD delivery standards in order to ensure premium CAD delivery regardless of Surface CAD package used.
• Support production of physical properties to further develop company standards of excellence in Craftsmanship and Design detail.
• Ensure the integration of a high degree of feasibility in Design properties prior downstream Engineering, taking a pro-active role suggesting and implementing design ideas using experience and judgement.
• Support development of key cost and efficiency processes with Design Studio maximising output, minimising cost, but producing the best aesthetics possible.
•  Support the organisation and management of external supply budget to support premium automotive design solutions.
• Act a technical expert for Class A production Digital Solutions with Design Studio.
• Support the entire Design Studio, and external departments of company with feasible CAD solutions to design proposals and actively suggest/implement solutions using experience and judgement.
• Monitor, justify and implement technical developments within the industry, with particular reference to the evolution of new technologies which could affect design processes.
• Drive Craftsmanship standards from within Design Studio to further improve quality of Production solutions.
• Support the identification of alternative and diverse sources of revenue that draw upon the range of disciplines with Design Studio.

The post holder will undertake other duties as may be required to achieve the Company’s objectives, commensurate with the grading of the post.

Qualification & Experience:

• CAD literate, and able to use a range of CAD tools to create, evaluate CAD work undertaken.
• PC literate, able to use, and understand a range of PC software to support the Design process.
• Able to setup/use range of visualisation tools including projector/power wall facilities to support the presentation of Design team work.

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Job Purpose:

The job holder will work, with the minimum of supervision, on the design & package on all aspects of current and future vehicle platforms and products managing a team of Digital modellers with a variety of skill sets.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Responsibility of ensuring delivery of premium quality CAD solutions to support Design and Engineering intent whilst meeting key programme timing, and budget constraints.
• Manage, develop and motivate team of Digital modellers to deliver premium quality CAD solutions to support Design and Engineering intent.
• Plan and prioritise Digital modelling team workload utilising permanent and agency resource.
• Be able to professionally respond with accurate estimates for resource and time scales to enable efficient programme timing, whilst maintaining best possible output from the Design Studio.
• Setup and development of CAD delivery standards in order to ensure premium CAD delivery regardless of Surface CAD package used.
• Support production of physical properties to further develop company standards of excellence in Craftsmanship and Design detail.
• Ensure the integration of a high degree of feasibility in Design properties prior downstream Engineering, taking a pro-active role suggesting and implementing design ideas using experience and judgement.
• Support development of key cost and efficiency processes with Design Studio maximising output, minimising cost, but producing the best aesthetics possible.
•  Support the organisation and management of external supply budget to support premium automotive design solutions.
• Act a technical expert for Class A production Digital Solutions with Design Studio.
• Support the entire Design Studio, and external departments of company with feasible CAD solutions to design proposals and actively suggest /implement solutions using experience and judgement.
• Monitor, justify and implement technical developments within the industry, with particular reference to the evolution of new technologies which could affect design processes.
• Drive Craftsmanship standards from within Design Studio to further improve quality of Production solutions.
• Support the identification of alterative and diverse sources of revenue that draw upon the range of disciplines with Design Studio.
• The post holder will undertake other duties as may be required to achieve the Company’s objectives, commensurate with the grading of the post.

Qualification & Experience:

• Must be fully CAD literate, and able to use a range of CAD tools to create, evaluate CAD work undertaken.
• Must be PC literate, able to use, and understand a range of PC software to support the Design process.
• Must be able to setup/use range of visualisation tools including projector/power wall facilities to support the presentation of Design team work.

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Description

The Principal Engineer CAD, Closures & Mechanisms is responsible for technical delivery to cost, quality & time for tasks and activities assigned to them by their module team line manager with hybrid working.

Note that any engineer may be asked to work in a non-core module area as project needs dictate. The successful candidate therefore should be able to demonstrate a flexible approach.

Responsibilities

For this role will be able to demonstrate relevant engineering experience, gained from working on similar module area systems design & development in previous roles, with experience from concept to production. Candidate requirements include:

• CAD operation skills: Expectation for engineer to be able to create and manipulate geometry for primary communication of concepts / schemes. Expectation 95%-time utilisation for CAD geometry generation.
• Catia v5 operative skills; able to demonstrate high technical competence in generation of 3D geometry & sectional data.
• Catia v6 experience, is desirable.
• Experience of using TCUA (Team Centre) & PLM
• Experience of prior delivery of the designated module systems in the automotive sector
• Evidence of engineering skills, including ability to manage & resolve engineering issues
• Evidence of working effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve results
• Compliance with company procedures & quality standards
• Involvement in process improvements

Main Activities & Tasks

• Support the BIW & Closures Lead Engineer in all day-to-day activities.
• Support other activities as required.
• Lead the development of 2D and 3D models for closure & mechanism engineering.
• Store and release data using TCUA and PLM.
• Engineering BoM development. Cost & weight pack development.
• PMXU generation – Part identification in BoM for unique or carryover status.
• Design surface (CAS) feasibility FC-checks. Provide feasibility advice & guidance.
• Engineering hard-point generation.
• Implement recommendations where appropriate to create a right first-time release.
• Participate in cross functional integration reviews for components & systems, considering technical application, form, function & harmonisation of the execution.
• Drive closure of issues & establish the cost, weight & timing impacts.
• Support the module deliverables through to the programme required gateway.
• Support the generation / development of design rules & guidelines. · Engineering Release activity in project support (UPV0 & UPV1) · Closures and mechanisms systems to include: Side closures
• Tailgate,Hood
• Drop-glass mechanisms, Drop-glass, Seals, Latches, Handles
• IRVM
• Roof systems – fixed glazed & panoramic
• Wiper system, Roof rails

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As a Clay Sculptor you will become part of a very special dedicated team of highly motivated and skilled people producing the most elegant and beautiful cars in the world. As part of the team you have the ability to sculpt the future, the Modelling Team are at the heart of the Design process.

As a Clay Sculptor the candidate will learn over the development period to produce Sketch and Master models out of various materials but predominantly clay. These will include full size Exterior and Interior models, 40% models, hard foam models and RPT models whilst working closely with the other disciplines within Design.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Support the Design Team with the delivery of 3D physical design properties.
• Work directly with the Design Team to develop 3D design properties for Design reviews.
• Able to work as a part of a highly motivated team with commitment to getting the job done in the desired timescale and to the required high standards.
• Contribute effectively to team technical discussions to ensure that the 3D design proposals are understood.
• Supporting the Designers with feasible solutions to design proposals.
• Support Design freshening activities, where directed, with revised or new design packages.
• Carry out special projects, as directed by management.
• Keep abreast of technical developments within the industry, with particular reference to the evolution of new technologies which could affect design processes.
• Comprehensively learn the scanning process in order to turn the clay surfaces into digital measured data.
• Learn and use the laser etching machine.
• Support in the building of SLA parts for Design purposes.
• Plan and prioritise own workload set by Modelling Manager.

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Description

Our clients multi award-winning Design department is where every car starts it journey. Whether it’s sketching initial concept ideas, creating scale clay models, developing the next generation of exterior, interior and CMF design or using CGI wizardry to produce stunning images and video, our small, diverse team are constantly shaping the future of the automotive industry. Housed in state-of-the-art facilities, our world class Design team create, quite simply, the most beautiful automotive art in the world.

As Senior CMF Designer, you will support the Head of CMF and the rest of the Design Team by researching macro + micro design trends, explore cutting-edge technologies and translate these findings into pioneering CMF solutions, that will enrich our future range of high-performance cars and embody the true spirit of ultra-luxury.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Passionate, positive and creative CMF Designer. An ambassador for company design and our CMF philosophy across the design department and beyond.
• A motivated, organised and highly creative team player with great taste and a great level of understanding of luxury automotive colour and materials design, with excellent creative instincts and the ability to communicate them effectively.
• Great ability to create visual representations of CMF / material applications / deco and patterns using graphic programmes from the Adobe Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator). VRED or grasshopper would be advantageous.
• Proficient level of expertise in the creation of the specific documentation required for material developments (supplier briefs / feedback etc.)
• Delivering inspiring results within a given timeline and to cost targets set by their manager, with a clear understanding of the impacts of design decisions on the project.
• The ability to break down and tailor complex design information to present appropriately, clearly, and concisely to different audiences within the design department
• Understanding and contributing to decisions throughout the product development process, with the support of their manager.
• Cognizant of current & future trends of both luxury and performance within and beyond the automotive industry.
• Collaborate with partners and suppliers to deliver world class materials, with potential for international travel to visit suppliers / inspect samples and production processes if necessary.
• Positive, proactive and respectful team player, contributing to the team spirit and working environment, supporting other team members when required.

Relationships

Key internal relationships include the Head of CMF and the rest of the design team. External relationships will include external suppliers, agencies collaborating on company projects as well as projects with Schools/colleges/universities. Press relationships can also be included in case of specific events / press releases.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor or master’s degree in Textile Design, Fashion Design, Transportation Interior Design, Product Design, Industrial Design or similar design related discipline is essential.
• No previous automotive experience required.
• Creative thinking and materials research.
• Great ability to use the Microsoft Office Package, PowerPoint.
• Great ability to use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. VRED or grasshopper would be advantageous.
• English language to a professional working level.
• Requirement to have accurate colour recognition to best support Colour and Materials developments.

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Our client is looking for a CGI artist to join an expanding team. Must be proficient in creating outstanding digital assets to support the requirements of Design, Marketing and Quality departments. You will thrive in working as part of a unique team, bringing experience of creating high quality photo realistic stills and animations. You’ll be knowledgeable in the techniques to prepare, create and deliver these assets for approval. Experience in customer/client meetings would be a benefit.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Brand team, Design departments to enable the delivery of digital assets.
• directly with the Designers, and the department to deliver customer specification imagery.
• have Exception skills in the following software: May & Vray, Unreal, VRED, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects as well as usual Microsoft Office suite.
• is expected that you’ll be proficient in modelling, texturing, UV’s & rendering setup using these applications.
• applicant would benefit with a basic grounding in the use of Autodesk Alias for the preparation and organisation of Alias files into other applications.
• ability to take creative direction and briefs to develop project’s individually and as part of a team
• Demonstrate a creative ability to stay at the forefront of visualisation delivery.
• Provide digital assets and support to senior management for design reviews.
• and prioritise own workload.
• approach to work and group interaction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Educated to degree level or equivalent related discipline, with relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of PhotoShop /photo editing software.
• Many years of experience working in a cross functional environment and adjusts well to changing circumstances, working well in a busy, deadline-driven dynamic environment
• Proficient with V-Red Design

Experience and understanding of the following:

• VR
• Compositing
• Video Editing
• Retouching

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