Are you a creative thinker with a passion for driving innovation? At Bentley Motors, we're entering the most transformative chapter in our history. We’re seeking fresh ideas, diverse perspectives, and innovators to join us on this ground breaking journey.
What you’ll be doing
The Colour, Materials and Finishes (CMF) design team creates design solutions for Bentley for new products. You’ll understand how we deliver proposals and concepts that demonstrate innovation and sustainability. Working with and being mentored by industry experts, you’ll get real insight into the thinking that underpins our strategy, an understanding of how we research and develop future materiality, in an ever-growing important area of automotive design. Your main responsibilities include;
- Working in partnership with the CMF team members to create timing and project plans
- Development of end to end Design proposals from research, supplier engagement, samples, 2D exploration, 3D physical prototypes and animated digital models aligned to a design brief, with the support of design experts.
- Learn to present Design proposals in an articulated manner supporting project delivery
About the function
The CMF Design Industrial Placement sits within the wider Design Function. Design at Bentley means working on a live project, making a difference to the actual product from day one. Ours is an intimate collaborative studio environment, and our creative culture radiates throughout the business. The Design team is responsible for creating everything from the initial sketch to the final production design, including exterior and interior design, UX and colour, materials and finish. We’re privileged to see our work realised through the highest craftsmanship and finest materials.
What we’re looking for
Values and behaviours
- Inclusive Mindset: Contribute to a culture where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to learn and grow together.
- Collaborative Spirit: Be open-minded, curious, and effective in planning and prioritising workloads while working well with others.
- Resilience with Flexibility: Demonstrate tenacity and resilience, yet remain adaptable to the needs of those around you.
- Accountability: Take ownership of your decisions and consistently strive for the best possible outcomes.
Education
The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degree subjects: Automotive Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Boat/ Yacht Design, or a Degree subject which focusses on colours, materials and finishes.
Alongside your application please can you submit a copy of your portfolio to review.
Skills
- Great communication
- Demonstrable examples of working in a team
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to use MS PowerPoint, Photoshop and VRED is desired
What we offer
As an Industrial Placement, you will have access to the following benefits:
- A salary of £24,327
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working options
- 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
- Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
- Paid volunteering days