Industrial Placement - Technical Conformity - environmental propulsion test

Bentleycareers; Crewe; Híbrido; GBP 23 000 - 28 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Mentorship program

35 days holiday

10% pension contribution

Learning & development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Bentley is offering an Industrial Placement in Crewe, focusing on Environmental and Propulsion Test within the Technical Conformity team. The role supports testing for current and future Bentley vehicle programmes, guided by mentors from engineering and certification teams.

You will gain hands-on experience in planning, data analysis, and test method development, while collaborating across departments and with external partners. Hybrid work with strong mentorship and development opportunities.

Qualificações

• Pursuing a 2:1 Engineering or related technical degree
• Strong Excel/PowerPoint skills with data analysis experience beneficial
• Analytical mindset with interest in vehicles, testing, emissions, propulsion
• Good communication and organisational skills; safety and quality oriented
• Collaborative, proactive learner with problem solving mindset

Responsabilidades

• Support planning and coordination of environmental and propulsion test activities
• Assist with preparation, execution and review of laboratory/testing activities
• Collect, structure and analyse test data and communicate conclusions
• Contribute to development and improvement of test methods and digital tools
• Prepare reports and presentations for facility and capability projects

Conhecimentos

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Communication

Analytical mindset

Safety & quality records

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Engineering degree 2:1

Related technical discipline

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Industrial Placement - Technical Conformity - environmental propulsion test

Start Date: Monday 16th August 2027 – Friday 4th August 2028
Location: Based in Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 3PL.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid working (a minimum of 3 days onsite)

Entry Requirements: See ‘What we’re looking for’ section

As part of Bentley’s annual Early Careers intake, you’ll join a community of around 93 trainees including Industrial Placements, Graduates, and Apprentices.

• Opportunities to participate in charity events, community projects, and social committees
• Masterclasses, development workshops, and social events
• Inclusivity networks and peer support groups
• Placements and rotations across different areas of the business that interest you

About the role:

As an Industrial Placement Student at Bentley, you will play a key part in Bentley’s journey to create extraordinary vehicles for our customers. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Gain hands-on experience within Environmental and Propulsion Test, supporting the compliant, timely and cost-effective testing needed for current and future Bentley vehicle programmes,
• Work alongside and be mentored by engineers, technicians and specialists responsible for environmental, emissions, energy, range and propulsion test activities,
• Develop an understanding of how test strategy, laboratory operations, data quality and technical problem solving support certification, Conformity of Production and vehicle development.

Your main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support the planning and coordination of environmental and propulsion test activities, helping to align vehicles, facilities, equipment and resources with programme timing and customer requirements,
• Assist with the preparation, execution and review of laboratory and real-world testing, working with engineers and technicians to ensure activities are completed safely and to the required quality standards,
• Collect, structure and analyse test and operational data, helping identify trends, investigate issues and communicate clear conclusions to stakeholders,
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of test methods, processes, documentation and digital tools, including activities supporting new propulsion technologies and future regulatory requirements,
• Support facility and capability projects by preparing reports and presentations, tracking actions and risks, and collaborating with internal teams, Volkswagen Group colleagues and external test partners.

About the Department:

ET/T is Bentley Technical Conformity’s Environmental and Propulsion Test function. It provides the test strategy, facilities, processes and specialist capability needed to support certification, Conformity of Production and Research and Development activities for current and future vehicle programmes.

You will gain insight into the operation of Bentley’s environmental and propulsion test capability, and will collaborate with engineers, technicians, certification teams, programme stakeholders, Volkswagen Group colleagues and external suppliers to deliver accurate, compliant and timely test results while helping prepare the function for future technologies.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidates will be on track to achieve a 2:1 in the following degrees:

Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Data or Computer Science, Mathematics or a related technical discipline.

Skills required for the role:

• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis tools would be beneficial
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly
• An analytical and practical mindset, with an interest in vehicles, testing, measurement systems, emissions, energy or propulsion technology
• Good organisation and attention to detail, with a responsible approach to safety, quality and accurate record keeping
• A proactive, collaborative and self-motivated approach to learning and problem solving.

What we offer:

As an Industrial Placement you will have access to the following benefits:

• A starting salary of £25,500
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits
• Learning and development opportunities

Right To Work:

To be eligible for an Early Careers programme you must have a legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the placement or graduate scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status, a Tier 4 Visa, or a Graduate Visa. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions.

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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.

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