Electrical Test Planning Engineer

Bentley Motors; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Bentley Motors as an Electrical Test Planning Engineer, responsible for maintaining electrical test rigs and supporting the development of electrical components. This role is critical in validating tests as part of Bentley’s progress towards a sustainable electrified future. With flexible working options and benefits such as competitive annual leave and a car lease scheme, it offers a rewarding career opportunity.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays

Health and life assurance benefits

Annual salary reviews

Contributory pension scheme

Access to health and well-being resources

Paid volunteering days

Discounted access to VW Group cars

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive electrical testing.
• Ability to identify electrical concerns from diagnostic logs.
• Knowledge of electrical harness drawings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain diagnostic test rig.
• Run diagnostic tests on ECUs and analyze results.
• Assist in software updates for ECUs.

Skills

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Electrical Test Equipment

Data Analysis

Computer Literacy

Education

HND/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vector CANoe

ODIS

VAS Workshop Equipment

Diagra

Job description

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Function: Production Planning – Electrical

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 Production Planning Electrical team as the Electrical Test Planning Engineer where you'll be responsible for ensuring the development and delivery of an electrical test rig to ensure that electrical tests can be validated as required by project and product development, and play a pivotal role in driving electrical testing for Manufacturing to support Bentley in achieving Beyond100+ strategy. Reporting into the Functional Manager - High Voltage & Electrical your main responsibilities include;

• Test Rig Operation & Maintenance
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain the diagnostic test rig.
• Supporting all ECUs and vehicle network components (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet) are correctly integrated and functional.
• Diagnostic Testing
• Participate in running diagnostic tests on ECUs using tools like Vector CANoe, IDEX, or ODIS.
• Simulate vehicle conditions and faults to validate ECU behaviour and communication.
• Software & Firmware Updates
• Support the flashing of ECUs with updated software and firmware.
• Data Logging & Analysis
• Assist in capturing and analysing communication logs and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
• Use tools such as Excel and JIRA to document and track findings.
• High Voltage
• Ideally, you have some experience working with high-voltage systems or test rigs, especially in an automotive or engineering environment.
• If you don’t yet have HV experience but are eager to learn, we can support you in gaining the necessary training and certifications to work safely and effectively with HV equipment.
• Understands how all systems interact and their architecture including PRODIS systems, wireless MFT’s UPS server/ architecture, IP addresses.
  

About The Team

The HV & Electrical Planning department (PPMF) are responsible for the specification, validation & verification of the electrical test system software, which is developed by an in-house team. PPMF is also responsible for the support of Pre-Series and Series builds across the whole of Manufacturing, with specialist knowledge of the vehicle electrical systems, assisting with fault diagnosis on vehicles and raising concerns with the respective departments.

About You – Skills And Experience

• Logical approach to problem identification and solving, concern identification and resolution experience.
• Knowledge and experience of production-based electrical test equipment (including workshop equipment VAS, Diagra, CANalyser, CANoE)
• Ability to integrate Diagnostic CAN logs and identify potential cause of electrical concerns.
• Computer literate with good technical skills
• Electrical harness drawings/Schaltplan knowledge
• HND/Degree in Electrical subject or a further Engineering/IT related subject or equivalent proven experience in automotive electrical testing
  
  

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• 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+

Bentley’s bold vision to redefine the benchmark for performance and luxury in a sustainable future. It represents the complete reinvention of our product range as we embrace electrification and accelerate our journey to net zero. Designed, developed, and built at our headquarters in Crewe, our models will offer ever evolving experiences that blend artistry, innovation, and sustainability. Join us as we advance the boundaries of excellence.

Closing date: 25 June 2025

Seniority level

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• Industries

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