Job Title: Technical Manager - Cockpit Architect
Location: Crewe (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) Contract: Until 02/10/2026 Rate: £36.49 per hour PAYE
Overview
Are you ready to take the wheel in shaping the future of vehicle design at Bentley Motors, an industry-leading organisation in the automotive sector. Join our dynamic team as a Technical Manager - Cockpit Architect, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions in the Cockpit & Seating Zone!
Main Goals and Objectives
As a Concept Engineer, you will lead the specification and integration of complex design and technical requirements within our Vehicle Architecture team. Reporting to the Zone Leader, you will play a pivotal role in crafting cutting‑edge vehicle concepts tailored to meet our customers' needs. We’re committed to delivering exceptional solutions throughout the development process, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Concept Design Development: Utilize CAD and virtual technologies to proactively resolve conflicts and ensure robust concept delivery. Spearhead the creation and maintenance of Primary Hardpoints, ensuring compliance with legal and legislative requirements. Leverage your creativity to propose innovative concepts and architectural solutions in the early stages of projects. Facilitate Working Technical Reviews to support the Zone Review decision‑making process.
- Project Delivery: Track and communicate the status of System Integration, highlighting the impact of changes to keep projects on track.
- Specialist Knowledge Development: Conduct benchmarking of current and past portfolios and key competitors to inform strategic decision‑making and maintain a competitive edge.
- Team Collaboration: Work alongside internal stakeholders and group platform partners to provide solutions for complex technical and project requirements.
Skills & Experience
- Proficient in Catia with the ability to develop CAD models from scratch using A‑Surface geometry.
- Creative thinker with experience in generating feasible ideas from a blank slate.
- Knowledge of Cockpit & Seating systems is a plus, but strong concept skills from other vehicle areas will be considered.
- Comfortable addressing technical conflicts and presenting complex information clearly.
- Strong problem‑solving abilities using various tools and methodologies.
- Excellent presentation skills, capable of communicating technical information effectively to multiple stakeholders.
- Confident in proposing innovative ideas and engaging in productive discussions.
- Ability to navigate technical and legal requirements relevant to vehicle systems and packaging.
- Experience in cross-functional teams, driving robust issue resolution.
- German skills are a bonus!
Why Join Us?
This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation. With a supportive team environment and exciting projects, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of vehicle architecture and design.
Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
