Senior Interior Designer

CompanyMcLaren Automotive Ltd

LocationBicester, England, United Kingdom

Posted At2/24/2026

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Interior designers

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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Description

The purpose of the role of a Senior Interior Designer is to create the design of future vehicle interiors, blending cutting-edge aesthetic concepts with functional engineering. This creative individual will be responsible for conceptualising and creating innovative and visually compelling interior designs of both Concept and Production vehicles. They will collaborate closely with multiple Design and Engineering teams to ensure that design ideas are not only artistic, but are also feasible and aligned with brand identity. By staying ahead of design trends and exploring advanced new technologies, the Senior Interior Designer will play a key role in shaping the future of Mclaren interiors. The successful candidate will prioritises time in the office/studio working alongside team. Typically, onsite 3+ days per week and travels to all locations to align with the business need.

What You'll Do

Generate Advanced Concepts and Production interior designs through sketches, digital renderings, and 3D models.
Interpret and evolve the brand’s interior design language into exciting, innovative, and usable interior spaces.
Support design through all project phases — from early ideation through production.

Collaborate with clay modelers, CAS teams, and engineering departments to refine proportions, and define design themes.

Ensure aesthetic intent is maintained throughout the design process, integrating technical inputs while retaining design theme values and character.

Guide surfaces with modelling teams for production alignment.

Participate in design reviews, and digital/physical model evaluations.

Act as a subject matter expert on interior design

Constant collaboration with Design management and other Design departments, for optimised and efficient design progress.

Close collaboration with the Studio Engineering team to ensure that the interior design is not only aesthetically striking but also functional and manufacturable.

What You'll Bring

You have knowledge and hands-on experience in automotive interior design.
You can evaluate, refine, and optimise automotive interiors, taking into account aesthetics and functionality.
You can logically and efficiently break down challenges and propose innovative design solutions.
You have a passion for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible

You intuitively demonstrate a drive to collaborate, and ensure consistent communication.

You work closely with the whole Design team to align on objectives and timing.

You understand the differing requirements of concept design and production design, to ensure that interior design themes can be created to the highest standards.

You are detail-oriented and committed to quality.

You actively participate in demonstrating and defining the interior design values, exploring 2D and 3D designs, and guiding physical and digital/VR models.

You have a passion for continuous improvement and learning, keeping up-to-date with emerging trends and innovations in technology, design, and the automotive market.

You are always looking for ways to improve efficiency and workflow, showing a willingness to change and adapt.

You are able to articulate complex design ideas and solutions.

You maintain a collaborative and solution-focused attitude.

A Senior Interior Designer should demonstrate knowledge of market trends, brand positioning, and consumer preferences, to create designs that drive competitive advantage.

You understand designing within engineering and manufacturing limitations

You demonstrate familiarity with project management and cross-functional collaboration, to align with business strategy.

Creative Concept Development: Ability to generate original, forward-thinking design concepts that align with brand identity and future mobility trends.

Advanced Sketching & Visualization: Exceptional freehand sketching and digital rendering skills to explore and communicate designs clearly.

Advanced 3D visualization skills in software such as VRED or Blender, plus exceptional Photoshop abilities to produce powerful presentation visuals.

3D Modelling Proficiency: Expertise in software such as Alias or Blender, for autonomously and rapidly creating and exploring concept themes. Blender or Alias SubD preferred.

Team communication: Consistent open communication with Interior Design team. Clear, considered design communications given to CAS and clay modelling teams to support efficient design development.

Technical & Engineering Awareness: Ability to design within engineering and ergonomic constraints.

Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across design and engineering.

Attention to Detail: High level of precision, refinement, and care in all stages of the design process.

Time & Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Visionary Thinking: Ability to anticipate future trends and translate them into bold, forward-looking design proposals and themes.

Passion for Design: Deep enthusiasm for automotive design, innovation, and shaping the future of mobility.

Collaborative Spirit: Open-minded and inclusive, fostering a culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Excellent Communication: Clear communicator who can present design ideas with clarity.

Resilience & Adaptability: Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities

Strong Aesthetic Sensibility: Keen eye for form, proportion, and detail with an innate sense of visual harmony and brand expression.