Technician -Environmental & Propulsion Test

Function: Technical Conformity – Environmental & Propulsion Test
Contract: Full time

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL – Onsite

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 Technical Conformity team as a Technician to work within the Environmental and Propulsion test team who will be responsible for the preparation of vehicles and equipment for testing to global legally required standards. The Environmental and propulsion test team are based in a new state of the art test facility commissioned in 2021 at the Bentley Motors campus in Crewe. Reporting into the Functional Manager responsibilities Include: 

• Preparing vehicles for a range of test activities including hardware and software specification comparison and fault diagnosis
• Performing vehicle testing both within the test facility and on public roads to a repeatable high standard
• Working as part of a team to deliver a tightly time controlled daily test plan
• Working with complex instructions, following, supporting the creation and continuously improving operational process’ 
• Preparing and monitoring measurement equipment for High voltage and or PHEV vehicles
• Analysis and tracking of test results to ensure quality of measurements taken
• Performing Maintenance & Service, Calibrations and record keeping of all associated test equipment
• Fault finding of test equipment including recording and tracking of data.
• Maintain records of test results and laboratory documentation in line with Bentley and VW group process’ 
• Work flexibly and within a multi- shift environment

About the Team

The Environmental and Propulsion Test team are part of the R&D Technical conformity function.

Responsible for delivering a wide range of tests, from very early stage prototype vehicles through to customer vehicles just before they are released for sale.

Support the vehicle development through all stages of its conception to release.

You will get the chance to work with state of the art equipment, processes and industry leading experts to deliver an exceptional product.

The function is able to provide a resource in Crewe, retaining and building the  knowledgebase at Crewe and reducing the need to move vehicles globally to develop and validate our products.

About you – Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must be able to work confidently with everyone involved in the testing process and be able to adapt and thrive in a busy, dynamic environment while maintaining the expected level of quality and attention to detail.

It is essential that the candidate can work effectively in a team with exceptional communication skills both verbally and when sharing complex information.

• You will have proven experience with vehicle fault diagnosis and resolution
• You will have an awareness of the Emissions and range testing process
• Proven experience working with High voltage and or PHEV vehicles
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as ODIS, INCA or similar
• You will have experience with the Calibration and basic maintenance of emissions analysers or similar equipment
• Ability to show personal development within a technical environment through the undertaking of personal and professional development activities
• Hold a full drivers licence
• Experience working with VW group vehicles is advantageous but not essential

What Bentley Offers

• 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: 31 January 2025

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