Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice within Manufacturing

Starting Salary: £24,179

Duration: 3.5 years

Start Date: September 2025

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL, mainly onsite with some flexible and hybrid working                                           

Entry Requirements: See ‘What we’re looking for’ section

Apprenticeship Programme:

As one of our Bentley apprentices, you will combine practical experience with classroom learning to achieve a Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions degree. You will play a significant part in our business as we continue on this exciting journey to deliver extraordinary vehicles for our customers. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Work with experts who will support your professional and personal development
• Be welcomed into our Early Careers Network
• Have the opportunity to take part in community-focussed initiatives, Social Committees and Bentley’s Inclusivity Networks
• Opportunity to have placements and further rotations around the business

What you’ll be doing:

As an Apprentice in the Production Control Team you will have exposure to the best luxury cars in the world. You will understand electrical systems integration and learn how we ensure the reliability of our whole tool chain. Working alongside and being mentored by industry leading professionals you will be exposed to world of electrical systems integration, learning how we ensure the reliability of our whole tool chain.

Your main responsibilities include;

• Collaborate with the production control team to deliver projects
• With support from the team ensure the electrical systems on our vehicles are arranged and set up accurately
• Management of electrical commissioning which is the final phase in the lifecycle of an electrical system before it becomes operational. This includes verifying, documenting and rightly placing different hardware and software in the vehicle systems 

About the Department:

The Production Control team are at the forefront of vehicle electrical commissioning, ensuring that all systems are seamlessly blended and fully operational. We are constantly working to enhance processes, improve system performance and ensure compliance with industry regulations, all while implementing emerging technologies.

What we’re looking for

Training Provider Entry Requirements: please see entry requirements below:

Manchester Metropolitan University requirements: A-levels at grades BCC (104 points minimum) or an equivalent such as BTEC, DMM. T-levels accepted.

Five GCSE’s including Math and English at Grade C (4) minimum or above.

Our Behaviours:

• Perform Together: We work together, trust each other, and make sure everyone feels they belong, contributing their skills and ideas.
• Grow Personally: We’re always looking to improve, seeking out new experiences and asking for feedback to grow personally and professionally.
• Excite Customers: We view our work through our customers eyes and celebrate our successes.
• Act as an Owner: We take responsibility for our work, communicate openly, and approach problems with a balanced perspective.

Skills:

• Communication skills
• Effective organisational skills
• Good problem solving and analysis skills
• Team working
• Interest in computing innovative technologies desired but not essential

What we offer

As an Apprentice you will have access to the following benefits:

• A starting salary of £24,179
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• Optional car lease scheme with access to VW group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi)  
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
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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.

Closing date: 21 February 2025

Please note if you are applying based off predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to obtaining the Training Provider entry requirements.

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