Technical Manager- Environmental & Propulsion Test

Function: Research & Development – Technical Conformity 

Contract: Full time - Permanent
Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL with flexible hybrid working

Eligibility: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship 

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 Environmental & Propulsion Test team as the Technical Manager, where you'll have technical responsibility for driving forward emissions, range, and consumption testing carried out by Bentley and its external suppliers. Reporting to the Functional Manager – Environmental and Propulsion Test, your main responsibilities include;

• Planning and executing Emissions Testing to meet the timings and quality requirements of customers(Engineering, Quality and Certification)
• Developing, implementing and commissioning Innovative and cutting edge test solutions to meet the business and group requirements
• Developing robust processes to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice for laboratory and Real World Emissions Testing
• Responsibility for ensuring availability of the required capability and capacity for the laboratory along with future capacity planning

About the Team
Technical Conformity have recently invested in a new, state-of-the-art Engineering Test Centre. In 2022, operations commenced after receiving official approval from Britain’s Vehicle Certification Agency in conjunction with multiple global type approval authorities. Over the past 3 years, we have already increased the capabilities to include whole vehicle Evaporative Emissions and interior air quality. The Test Centre will give us the independence to develop, test and type approve our own powertrains and further enhance our industry-leading dream factory in Crewe.

About you – Skills and Experience

The successful colleague will have proven experience of vehicle testing, compliance and regulations with a focus on emissions. Experience gained from an automotive or aerospace environment is advantageous along with experience in technical facility investment, design and implementation.

• Detailed experience of current Emissions test technology and future trends
• Exposure to and use of state-of-the-art test methods and processes
• Detailed experience of current and future legislative requirements
• Type approval experience is desirable
• An Engineering Degree or equivalent relevant experience

As part of the application form, you’ll be asked whether you’re currently ‘at risk’ or on an early careers programme ending September/October 2026. Please ensure this information is completed regardless of your situation, as it helps us accurately track progression of ‘at risk’ / early careers colleagues and provide appropriate support.

#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.

Should you require support in completing and submitting an application or should have a question about the recruitment process, please contact Laura Bentley.

Posting start date: 2 September 2026

Closing date: 9 September 2026

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