Technical Manager Whole Vehicle Analysis

Adecco; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Quality Whole Vehicle Reliability Technical Manager in Crewe. This role involves analyzing vehicle issues, collaborating with teams to enhance customer experiences, and defining testing criteria for vehicle assessments. Candidates should have an engineering background and proficiency in infotainment technology. Comfortable communication with stakeholders at all levels is necessary. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

International travel opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to present technical issues at all levels.
• Understanding of vehicle development processes.
• Current driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze pre-series vehicles to evaluate customer concerns.
• Collaborate with analysis teams to report on problems.
• Define reliability testing criteria based on customer profiles.
• Perform assessments during drive events and prepare documentation.

Skills

Infotainment knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Data analysis tools (ODIS, VAS, MDA)

PC skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Team as a Quality Whole Vehicle Reliability Technical Manager!

Are you ready to drive innovation in the automotive industry? Adecco working in partnership with Bentley Motors are searching for a dynamic Quality Whole Vehicle Reliability Technical Manager to join their Infotainment team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about connected car technology and eager to shape the future of vehicle features and customer experiences.

Pay rate: £34.21 PAYE

Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days onsite (Monday & Thurs) Bentley core hours

Duration: 31/12/2026

Location: Crewe - Pyms Lane

Start date: ASAP

What You'll Do:

• Analyze and Verify: Dive into pre-series vehicles to evaluate potential customer concerns and provide detailed problem definitions with logs and imagery.
• Collaborate: Work closely with the analysis team to report on problems and KPIs, ensuring solutions are verified for effective closure.
• Lead and Influence: Use your expertise to influence problem owners and suppliers within the VW Group, taking charge of complex problem‑solving teams.
• Define Testing Criteria: Specify reliability testing criteria based on customer usage profiles and engineering standards, ensuring our vehicles meet the highest expectations.
• Assess Release Events: Perform static and dynamic assessments during drive events, critically evaluating issues and preparing documentation for board reviews.

Who You Are:

• You possess infotainment and data capture knowledge, ideally with an electrical background.
• You have strong whole vehicle assessment and analytical problem‑solving skills.
• You can effectively present and communicate technical issues to all levels, including board members.
• You thrive in a team environment and have excellent influencing skills using data.
• You're flexible and self‑motivated, ready to adapt to changing priorities.
• You have a thorough understanding of vehicle development processes and customer expectations.

Key Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of problem‑solving tools and the Product Emergence Process.
• Proficient in data analysis tools such as ODIS, VAS, and MDA.
• Strong PC skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• A current passport and willingness to travel internationally (Europe, USA, China, South Korea).

Qualifications:

• An engineering degree or equivalent is required.
• Associate membership in a relevant professional institution is preferable.
• A current driving licence is essential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative team that values technical excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Work primarily at our client’s Crewe site with opportunities for international travel.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and the chance to influence the future of vehicle reliability.

If you're passionate about vehicles and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Quality Whole Vehicle Reliability Technical Manager!

Please note if you don't hear back regarding your application within 5 working days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful currently, but we thank you for your interest.

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