Bentley

Apprenticeship Standard: Level 6

Duration: 5.5 Years

Start Date: September 2026

Starting Salary: £24,929

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL. Hybrid working with Flexible hours

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

Apprenticeship Programme:

As one of our Bentley apprentices, you will combine practical experience with classroom learning to achieve an Electro-Mechanical Engineering degree (Level 6). You will play a significant part in our business as we continue on this exciting journey to deliver extraordinary customer journeys. Based out of our state-of-the-art headquarters in Crewe, you will:

• Work with experts who will support your professional and personal development
• Be welcomed into our Early Careers Network
• Spend 20% of your time learning with an external training provider and 80% of your time gaining hands on experience
• Opportunity to have placements and further rotations around the business
• Have the opportunity to take part in community-focussed initiatives, Social Committees and Bentley’s Inclusivity Networks

About the role:

Working within the Vehicle Motion team, you will develop the best luxury cars in the world under the guidance and support of Chassis Dynamics Systems teams. You will gain invaluable experience collaborating with different business areas and ensuring our product remains the very best.

Your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with test and development teams, through analysis and diagnostics of vehicle data. Assisting with root cause analysis and the integration of calibration files & software,
• Work with cross-functional teams across R&D to drive innovative solutions to complex automotive development challenges,
• Create and implement technical analysis models and simulation and post-processing to predict the performance of chassis response systems. Applying these methods to mechanical and mechatronic systems to influence vehicle behaviour (eg. structural strength &durability, elastokinematics, and dynamic response),
• Design and implement prototype systems, components and methods to test functionality and performance of new developments from concept stages through to production.

About the Department:

The Chassis Dynamics Systems department within the Vehicle Motion branch of R&D is responsible to define and deliver lateral and longitudinal performance characteristics key to Bentley DNA. The teams leverage hardware tuning and mechatronic calibration of the complete powertrain and chassis to work in perfect harmony delivering class leading performance in all conditions. You will join a fast paced and cutting-edge development team of around 200 Engineers.

What We Are Looking For:

Training Provider Entry Requirements:

University of Warwick Requirements:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above,
• AAA grades at A level, to include Mathematics and a Physical Science. Applicants with strong profile, but without A level Mathematics will be subject to passing a Maths assessment or
• BTEC Diploma grade D*D*, with an A grade A level Mathematics, or subject to passing a Maths assessment or
• BTEC Extended Diploma grade DDD, including two Mathematics units or subject to passing a Maths assessment
• T Levels: At the moment we don’t accept T levels (this is subject to constant review by the University).

For more information on the Training Provider please click here

Skill Requirements:

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to demonstrate outstanding IT literacy, proficiency in code and software development is an advantage,
• Hold a full driving license. Motorsport or performance driving experience is preferred,
• Have a pragmatic and results-focused mindset,
• Show willingness to contribute proactively and work within a team environment,
• Be able to travel internationally at short notice.

What We Offer:

As an Apprentice you will have access to the following benefits:

• A salary of £24,929
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• Optional car lease scheme with access to VW group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi)
• Support from our Early Careers team and 121 manager mentorship
• 35 days’ holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 10% pension contribution with life assurance benefits

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 apprenticeship scheme. We welcome students who have Settled Status. We are unable to offer sponsorship for our Early Careers positions.

#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.

Working at Bentley

To learn more about what life is like working at Bentley, and our assessment process view our Candidate Pack here.

Applications are open to everyone, from school or college leavers to those looking for a change of career, subject to entry requirements above. Please note if you are applying based off predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to obtaining the Training Provider entry requirements.

The closing date is the 20th February

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