Technical Manager - Diagnostic Protocols & Technologies

Function: Electrical/Electrical Architecture
Contract: Full time 

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL with flexible hybrid working

Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley’s history.

Purpose of the Role
Join Electrical Engineering as the Technical Manager-Diagnostic Protocols & Technologies where you'll be responsible for ensuring delivery of Diagnostic systems and processes to ensure complete technical and business support, and play a pivotal role in Electrical Architecture and Networks working towards the Beyond100 strategy. Reporting into the Functional Manager for Electrical Architecture and Networks responsibilities include;

• Technical authority for Vehicle Diagnostic Systems and process
• Application of protocol specifications, functional specifications and physical layer specifications.
• Supporting budget requirements for the Diagnostic systems team
• Maintaining specialist knowledge in the area of vehicle diagnostics
• Developing strategic technical direction with in the specialist area of Diagnostics

About the Team
You will play an exciting part in the Electrical/Electronic Engineering department within the Research and Development function at Bentley. We are responsible for all the electrical and electronic infrastructure and platform onto which the customer facing features are built – including wiring, mechanical integration, embedded computers, and data networking/architecture, and some of the features themselves. 

About you – Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have experience of providing technical direction to develop the strategic plan and experience of Diagnostic systems and related parts/systems/sub-systems.

You will demonstrate:

• Influencing skills and communication skills that can be used to build positive relationships with other functions and the team
• Ability to share technical knowledge effectively with others, support and guide as appropriate to ensure deliverables can be met
• A proven knowledge of Diagnostic Systems/Tools and processes, and practical experience of development of such systems
• In depth knowledge of UDS & KWP diagnostic protocols
• Good working knowledge of ODX/PDX data formats, including a detailed understanding of the conversion process between ODX formats and the toolchains used to develop, create and modify data
• Previous experience to develop and execute test process steps in order to validate ODX and PDX data prior to release (at differing release levels of data)
• Awareness of, and an ability to extract relevant information from the various ISO/SAE standards and apply to Bentley applications
• Engineering degree or equivalent relevant experience

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• 35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays
• Progression pathways and programmes, mentoring, and study support opportunities available
• Optional car lease scheme with discounted access to brand new VW Group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi) up to every six months
• Health and life assurance benefits providing up to five times annual salary
• Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme – you put in 6% we put in 10%
• Access to a wide range of resources to support your health and well-being including an online GP, the choice to join BUPA health plans, a mental health counsellor, and onsite physio
• Paid volunteering days dedicated to community giving

The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym. 

#BelongingAtBentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. 

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Beyond100
Announced in 2020, Bentley’s ground-breaking Beyond100 strategy targets sustainable luxury mobility leadership, reinventing every aspect of the business. Building on over two decades of forward-thinking, join us as Bentley moves towards a sustainable future.

Closing date: 20 May 2024