Role: Powertrain Calibration Engineer
Contract: Permanent
Location: Crewe Campus, UK with flexible hybrid working
ABOUT BENTLEY
Join Bentley Motors as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley’s history
Bentley Motors is transforming, combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future - becoming completely carbon neutral and having 100% Battery Electric Vehicle offering by 2030.
Our Campus
Our Campus, located in Crewe, Cheshire is going through its own transformation and offers unrivalled facilities including green space, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shop and onsite gym.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Powertrain Calibration Engineer you will collaborate with the Functional Manager – Powertrain Calibration to deliver our product ambitions and to shape our Beyond100 strategy.
As an Engineer for Powertrain Calibration, the candidate will provide expert theoretical and practical capability in hybrid powertrain application. Implement and validate optimum calibration strategies in line with Brand and Product Line requirements. Coordinate supplier application activities in line with Product Line requirements. Awareness and understanding of latest developments in the relevant vehicle systems.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and verification of hybrid powertrain calibration which, when introduced into production, are safe, legal and otherwise fit for purpose following Bentley Powertrain Calibration Processes.
- Planning and management of validation activities including vehicle preparation and instrumentation for systems/components to demonstrate successful achievement of calibration activities.
- Timely application release for prototypes and production and for timely delivery of all product engineering activities to ensure timely vehicle launch to quality and cost.
- Planning and participation in hot & cold field trials in various locations around the world.
- Liaise with other Bentley & VW group departments and manage external suppliers
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate will be a Powertrain / Calibration Engineer with experience in the automotive sector with multiple years’ experience of Powertrain application calibration of torque based architecture. You will also have a strong background in cross department or company collaboration, aimed at synchronised delivery of a multi stakeholder systems to achieve ultimate customer release.
An engineering degree or equivalent technical experience is required, German language skills are not essential but beneficial.
- System calibration, e.g. engines, motors, transmissions, steering, etc.
- Project Management / planning abilities with ability to lead complex problem solving investigations.
- Excellent at collaboration, working cross-functionally with strong communication and inter personal / influencing skills.
- Strong process discipline and self-motivation.
- Excellent IT skills (e.g. ETAS INCA, Microsoft packages, Matlab)
- Full UK driving license and ability to obtain proving ground licenses where appropriate
- Resistant to and ability to manage change
WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working options
- Access to a subsidised private medical scheme
- Optional car lease scheme with access to VW group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi)
- 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
- 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
- Study support opportunities
- Paid volunteering days
Closing date is the 30th June 2023
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. This is a philosophy that is embraced by our leaders, championed by our colleague diversity groups and sits at the heart of our Beyond100 Strategy.