Job Purpose:
We are looking for a visionary Color, Trim & Graphics (CTG) / Color, Material & Finish (CMF) Designer to redefine the riding experience. This is an opportunity to be a creative leader who translates our brand's essence into a physical reality. You will craft every surface and detail, forging a deeper connection between the rider and their motorcycle, and transforming our vision into a tangible, emotional experience.
Position Overview:
Location: Chennai
Position Title: Team Manager - CTG
Reports to: Group Manager - Product Strategy & Industrial Design
Function : EV Commercial
What you'll do:
Design & Strategy
- Lead end-to-end Color, Trim, & Graphics (CTG) design for all projects, from initial concept to final production.
- Collaborate with Product Strategy, Industrial Design, and Brand teams to align on project vision.
- Translate the CMF (Color, Material, & Finish) strategy into creative solutions for both vehicles and genuine motorcycle accessories.
- Use design storytelling to present material design and its emotional impact to stakeholders for approval.
Strategic Vision, Research & Trend Analysis & Forcasting
- Conduct advanced CMF trend research, forecast future trends, and publish reports to inspire designers and guide material exploration.
- Translate trends into physical materials to build and maintain a comprehensive material library
- Research new materials and technologies, including benchmarking and understanding target markets.
- Research and forecast design, colour and material trends within automotive and other industries, including benchmarking relevant competitors
- Defining the hierarchy of materials that distinguishes a base model from a luxury or performance variant.
- Translating abstract concepts into physical theme boards that inspire the broader design team.
Execution & Collaboration
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and suppliers, to ensure designs are technically feasible and align with product goals.
- Document CTG specification sheets for production handover and coordinate with the team to ensure design intent is achieved.
- Create 1:1 CTG build vehicles for stakeholder approval.
- Working with suppliers to engineer high-performance fabrics that are both aesthetically pleasing and durable
- Designing vehicle badging, decals and exterior paint colours.
- Develop graphics and colour concepts for vehicles, hard goods and accessories.
- Drive CTG design for interdisciplinary projects. From kick-off to launch.
- Work alongside other studio based functions: Design/ CAD/ Model making to develop exciting CTG proposals
- Prepare 2D concept sketches using appropriate technology
Technical Implementation
- Partnering with Tier 1 suppliers to develop proprietary paints and materials.
- Ensuring that the material is actually manufacturable at scale and meets stringent safety and cost targets.
- Maintaining the Color & Trim Specification, which meticulously lists every visible surface, its texture, and its color code.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Leading a team of CTG designers, material researchers, and graphic artists and ensuring coaching and mentoring of the team members, including the fulfillment of their developmental needs
- Presenting physical and digital models to senior leaders for the final design freeze.
- Work closely with transportation and product designers to reinforce design with CTG concepts.
- Work with Product Strategy to plan CTG across model year programs & special projects
What you'll bring:
Experience: 8+ years in a professional design studio environment on production projects (Automobile)
Qualification: Bachelor's degree or above in Automotive/ Transportation/ Industrial/ Graphic Design (or similar)
Why work with us
We are a global leader in middleweight motorcycles (250-750cc), operating in 65 countries. Royal Enfield's unique approach to forging our path has led to consistent growth and profitability. Emphasizing our values and brand essence, we strive to transform into a premium experiential brand. By embracing diversity and new ideas from various industries and regions, we are expanding our team for a broader perspective on global markets.
Ready to Join Us
Apply via our website today. Join our trailblazing team and be a part of our legacy! So why wait Join us and experience the freedom of embracing the road, riding with pure motorcycling passion.
