Metrology Technical Lead

Function: Quality- Metrology
Contract: Full time- Permanent
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 the Metrology team as the Metrology Technical Lead where you'll be responsible for leading the team to ensure delivery of targets and compliance with health and safety and provide input to the strategic direction for the department and working at an operational level to ensure this, is delivered. This role plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable quality improvement supporting the launch of all new product and all existing product to end of production.

Reporting into the Head of Metrology, your main responsibilities include;

• Accountable for ensuring new vehicle project measurement requirements are defined and met in line with key PEP deliverables (e.g. development and delivery of Meisterbock & Cubing properties, measurement fixtures for single parts, assemblies & BIW’s are budgeted and procured). Ensure appropriate resources, facilities, equipment & finance are acquired
• Accountable for leading a team of experts in providing advanced dimensional & measurement knowledge and influence into the business that includes approval of all dimensional aspects of critical technical part drawing, product B-release & release of Bid specs and supports relevant production process development
• Provides a technical interface to the supply base (e.g. approval of supplier parts verification, checking and measurement fixtures, cubing fixtures and site wide calibration, measurement techniques) prior to Bentley’s financial commitment to manufacture
• Development, test and execution of measurement protocols that provide systematic evaluation of key In-house parts, including VW group supplied bodies. This is done by leading cross functional teams to assess the business risk associated with non-conformance of parts
• Uses technical expertise and works cross-functionally to identify critical components to be prioritised for Metrology Dimensional sign-off.
• Responsible for the dimensional measurement & confirmation within own TA for tools, fixtures, equipment, supplied parts, bodies & vehicles
• Resolves technical business issues with measurement & dimensional significance including presenting status up to Board level
• Influences business in technical decisions based on data and facts to improve product

About the Team
Metrology is a team of approximately 20 measurement experts working within the Quality function and supporting the whole business throughout the product lifecycle. We strive to positively influence all areas of the business to in achieving dimensional excellence.

We utilise state-of-the-art measurement equipment and seek to further innovate to achieve benchmark analysis.

We have recently (end of 2024) relocated into a brand new facility in the heart of Bentley. Within the Launch Quality Centre, various technical teams collaborate to deliver quality analysis and improvement supporting both the launch and ongoing production of all of our world class vehicles.

About you – Skills and Experience

• Living by, and role modelling our Bentley Values and Behaviors to drive a winning culture
• Championing the colleague journey – supporting and recognising the contribution of colleagues in your team throughout their time at Bentley
• Empowering the team to deliver our shared strategy, by setting clear goals and priorities, providing feedback and enabling colleagues to grow
• Effectively managing team capacity and workload to meet the changing demands of the business, including time management (deviations from regular working hours or paid time off in line with Bentley policies / procedures)
• Extensive experience in all theoretical and practical aspects of Metrology with a particular emphasis on automotive quality
• Demonstrable experience in application of quality tools and practical problem solving.
• Demonstrable experience of managing and motivating a highly technical team whilst developing and managing their performance
• Demonstrable experience of budget management, including resource planning and strategic investment
• Demonstrable experience in cube sourcing and measurement fixture design & acquisition
• Demonstrates excellent communication and presentation skills at all levels in the business – internally and externally and able to influence outcomes throughout the complete organisation, using expert technical knowledge and extensive experience
• Extensive experience in project management

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours (where appropriate)
• Hybrid working options (where appropriate)
• 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

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: 9 January 2025