Senior UX / UI Designer

Job Description:

Our OEM Client based in Coventry is searching for a Senior UX / UI Designer to join their team. This is an Inside IR35, 6-month contract position.

Umbrella Pay Rate: Up to £47.30 per hour.

As part of the Global Design network, the UK-based team plays a key role in shaping innovative user experiences across both digital and physical automotive environments. We are seeking a 3D Experience Designer to join our forward-thinking UI/UX team. This new role is ideal for a creative specialist with a strong background in 3D visualisation, motion design, and HMI development. You will contribute to the design of immersive, intuitive interfaces for concept and production vehicles - and related digital platforms (e.g. centre screens, clusters, mobile apps). Working closely with interior, and digital teams, you'll help bring future-focused, multi-sensory user journeys to life through spatial design and interactive prototyping.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with UI/UX, interior, and HMI teams to define and visualize 3D digital experiences across screens and in-cabin environments.
• Design motion graphics, transitions, and animations that enhance storytelling and user understanding.
• Create spatial UI concepts, immersive interactions, and UX elements for future mobility experiences.
• Build prototypes and visual tests using tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, or After Effects to validate interaction logic and aesthetics.
• Translate key UX narratives and vehicle use cases into impactful 3D content and immersive UI touchpoints.
• Contribute to asset creation for high-fidelity visualizations including icons, lighting effects, material finishes, and screen behaviours.
• Stay up to date on industry trends in immersive UX, automotive HMI, gaming/real-time rendering, and motion design.
• Present your work and findings clearly through visual decks, video prototypes, or motion studies.
• Maintain a consistent visual language across the product, in line with the brand and experience strategy.
• Collaborate with teams across the UK, India, and Italy to deliver aligned global design intent.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in 3D Design, Motion Design, Interaction Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating 3D experience design, motion graphics, interface storytelling, and visual craft.
• Proficiency in tools such as Blender, Unreal Engine, After Effects, Adobe CC, Figma, or equivalents.
• Bonus if experienced with real-time rendering, automotive HMI, or Unity.
• Passion for detail, narrative-driven design, and pushing the boundaries of digital-physical interaction.
• Highly collaborative, curious, and motivated to grow in a fast-paced creative environment.

Additional Information:

• Role based in the UK, with occasional travel to India and/or Italy for workshops and global reviews.