Manufacturing Facilities Engineer

Bentley; Crewe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Mentoring & study support

Car lease scheme

Health & life assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing resources

Employee discounts

Job summary

Bentley is seeking a Manufacturing Facilities Engineer in Crewe to lead equipment and facilities integration for new model introductions and product enhancements. You will manage projects from R&D through installation, commissioning and handover, partnering across R&D, Quality, Logistics, IT and suppliers to deliver safe, on‑time outcomes.

Reporting to the Senior Process Planning Manager, you’ll drive cost control, schedule adherence and continuous improvement in a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive assembly equipment and automation systems.
• Delivery of final vehicle assembly projects or production processes in automotive/manufacturing.
• Proven ability to develop schedules, track milestones and coordinate activities to meet targets.
• Application of structured problem‑solving techniques (root cause analysis, corrective actions, risk mitigation).
• Experience managing/examining project budgets and capital expenditure (CapEx) with cost tracking and reporting.
• Coordinating suppliers or external contractors through equipment design, build, installation and commissioning (preferred).
• Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field, or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of facilities, equipment and technologies within approved investment levels.
• Apply structured problem‑solving to challenge approaches and mitigate project risks.
• Ensure facilities and equipment comply with safety, health and regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets and capital investment; monitor expenditure and financial risks.
• Develop and maintain robust project plans; track milestones to meet programme timing.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams and suppliers to define solutions and drive delivery.
• Oversee installation, integration and commissioning through to handover to production.
• Drive continuous improvement across facilities and production environments.

Skills

Automotive equipment experience

Production project delivery

Project planning & scheduling

Root cause analysis

Budget & CapEx management

Supplier coordination

Education

Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

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Function: Manufacturing- Production Planning
Contract: Full time – Permanent

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL

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

Be part of an extraordinary British brand. At Bentley, you’ll collaborate with industry-leading experts, build on a heritage of excellence, and define the next 100 years.

Purpose of the Role Join the Manufacturing Production Planning team as a Manufacturing Facilities Engineer where you’ll help introduce equipment and facilities for new vehicle models and product enhancements into production. Working from initial R&D requirements through to installation, commissioning and handover, you’ll define solutions, challenge ideas constructively and deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.

Working with R&D, Quality, Logistics, IT, Digital Manufacturing and Connected Manufacturing Systems, you’ll translate requirements into practical equipment and systems solutions, collaborating with suppliers to bring them to life. From automation, conveyors and robotics to DC tooling, lift assistors and fluid fill equipment, you’ll drive improvements that deliver state-of-the‑art production facilities and contribute directly to our Bentley100+ strategy.

Reporting into the Senior Process Planning Manager, your main responsibilities include;

• Leading the development and implementation of facilities, equipment and technologies, translating new product and production requirements into effective solutions aligned with approved investment levels and programme timing requirements
• Applying structured problem‑solving and control techniques to challenge existing approaches, identify risks early, investigate root causes and implement practical solutions to complex project issues
• Ensuring all facilities and equipment meet relevant legal, regulatory and Health & Safety requirements, embedding safety and compliance throughout the project lifecycle
• Managing project budgets and capital investment effectively, monitoring expenditure and proactively mitigating financial risks to ensure delivery within agreed targets
• Developing and maintaining robust project plans, coordinating activities and tracking key milestones to ensure timely delivery against programme requirements
• Coordinating cross‑functional teams, including R&D, Quality, Logistics, IT, Digital Manufacturing and Connected Manufacturing Systems, alongside suppliers and contractors, to define solutions and drive successful project delivery
• Overseeing equipment installation, integration and commissioning through to final handover, ensuring facilities and equipment are operationally ready and fit for production
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across facilities and production environments to enhance efficiency, safety, equipment performance and overall manufacturing capability

About the Team

The Facilities Planning department, within Manufacturing – Production Planning, delivers the facilities, equipment and technologies that underpin Bentley’s manufacturing operations. Supporting new vehicle models, product enhancements and our Beyond100+ strategy, the team creates safe, efficient and environmentally compliant production environments. Working with colleagues, suppliers and contractors, the team transforms manufacturing requirements into practical engineering solutions, from concept and design through to installation, commissioning and handover. The Torcal marks a new chapter in Bentley’s design, technology and craftsmanship, where respect for our heritage meets the ambition to do things differently.

About you – Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable experience working with automotive assembly equipment, such as automation systems, conveyors, carrier systems, robotics, tooling or fluid‑fill systems.
• Experience supporting or delivering final vehicle assembly projects or production processes within an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in project planning, including developing schedules, tracking milestones and coordinating activities to meet delivery targets.
• Evidence of applying structured problem‑solving techniques, such as root cause analysis, corrective action implementation or risk mitigation.
• Experience managing or contributing to project budgets and capital expenditure (CapEx), including cost tracking, expenditure monitoring and financial reporting.
• Experience coordinating suppliers or external contractors through equipment design, build, installation or commissioning (preferred but not essential).
• Degree‑qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline (preferred but not essential), or equivalent demonstrable industry experience.

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
• Discounts portal offering direct discounts, cashback offers or voucher savings from a wide range of retailers.

The Bentley Campus

Our Crewe campus offers unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops, rest & relaxation rooms and sports facilities.

#BelongingAtBentley

We bring people together through a shared purpose, a place of integrity, where everyone has a voice with influence and individuality is celebrated.

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 create the next experience benchmark in performance and luxury for generations to come. It represents how we lead change that contributes to the long‑term success of our brand. Designed, developed, and built at our headquarters in Crewe, our models offer ever evolving experiences that blend craftmanship, innovation, and sustainability. Join us as we advance the boundaries of excellence.