Automotive Optical

Job Overview

Our Client is seeking a specialist in optical/perceived quality to elevate the visual quality of interior systems (primary) and selected exterior touch-points. You'll collaborate with Design and Engineering to balance aesthetic intent with manufacturability, driving measurable improvements in fit, finish, material appearance, and consistency.

Key responsibilities

• Own perceived quality targets for interior systems; support selected exterior trim/lighting interfaces.
• Perform sectional analysis and gap/flush studies (CATIA; DVP workflows) to assess interfaces and datum strategies.
• Evaluate material/finish quality (colour, gloss, texture/grain, haze, surface defects) and assembly fidelity (common gaps, alignment, step, light-bleed).
• Define, maintain, and communicate PQ standards (golden/boundary samples, photo standards, visual guides).
• Partner with Design to refine split lines, radii, and interfaces; partner with Engineering/Suppliers to implement feasible fixes.
• Provide build-phase support (mule/prototype/PV/launch): capture issues, lead root cause, verify countermeasures.
• Present findings with annotated sections and clear recommendations; track actions to closure.

Qualifications & experience (must-have)

• Proven experience in Automotive Perceived/Optical Quality or Craftsmanship (interior trim focus preferred).
• Proficiency in CATIA (V5 or 3DEXPERIENCE) for sectioning and DVP-based analysis.
• Strong grasp of gap & flush methodology, datum schemes, tolerancing basics, and assembly of plastics/trim/lighting.
• Exceptional visual acuity for colour/texture/finish; ability to detect misalignments, inconsistency, and light-bleed.
• Effective communicator who can balance Design intent with Engineering feasibility across cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Exposure to metrology/inspection (CMM, 3D scanning, handheld gauges) and boundary sample management.
• Experience with illuminated components (light guides, reflectors, lenses) and artefact prevention (hot spots, haloing).
• OEM/Tier-1 launch or build-phase experience.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £32.00-£37.02 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person