Engineer - Interior Lighting

Function: Audio & Communications – Interior Lighting
Contract: Full time- Permanent
Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL with flexible hybrid working
Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley\’s history.
Purpose of the Role
Join the Audio & Communications Team as the Interior Lighting Engineer where you will be part of the team responsible for all the Interior Lighting design and development for the complete Bentley product range. In this exciting role you will be involved in designing and developing both direct and indirect lighting solutions for the inside of the car to elevate the cabin experience to unparalleled levels of luxury. You will be responsible for the specification, test and validation plan to achieve the cost, weight, timing and quality targets for the project. Reporting into the Functional Manager – Audio & Communications your main responsibilities include;

• Ownership/development of Interior Lighting parts and functions
• Support and lead Optical, Mechanical and Electrical Design development
• Support and lead Software and Function development for the next generation of lighting solutions and its control electronics
• Planning and managing project related activities to support delivery
• Creative problem solving that balances aesthetics with functionality, ergonomics and safety
• Strong project management skills to support in the development of the interior lighting deliverables and milestones within the defined time line and budget
• Development of Lighting prototypes and use of digital tools and Artificial Intelligence to support the prototyping process and visualizations
• Attention to detail, developing Extraordinary lighting solutions
• Ensure compliance with Automotive lighting regulations
• Team collaboration working with multidisciplinary team that includes mechanical engineers, designers and Automotive system engineers is critical
• Liaise with Clients, senior management, suppliers and VW group counterparts to communicate development, requirements and challenges
• Analysis optical performance, including lighting distribution, intensity and colour consistency based on physical models and simulation results as well
• Overseas travel to support project requirements

About the Team
Join our dynamic and innovative Interior Lighting team which is part of the wider User Experience (UX) team, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.
As part of the forward-thinking Research & Development (R&D) department, we are at the heart of driving Bentley\’s Beyond100 +strategy, focusing on sustainability and cutting-edge technology.
Our energetic and nimble team is responsible for crafting luxury UX for Bentley\’s present and future vehicles, from the initial sketch to the final software delivery. We work across User Interface (UI), graphics, interaction design, interior lighting, sound, displays, switches, antennas, and software. If you\’re passionate about shaping the future of automotive engineering, our team is the perfect place for you.
About you – Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will have experience in interior lighting within either the automotive Industry or the consumer electronics industry. Along with the following experience:

• Lighting Technology: awareness and understanding of technologies such as LEDs, light guides, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements which are predominantly used in modern automotive interior lighting
• Optical Design: Understanding of optical principles, units, measurements and designing light distribution and beam patterns inside vehicles. Good understanding of optical simulations and being able to use their results to find innovative solutions to optical challenges
• Electronics design: Knowledge and experience on Automotive ECUs incl. design, development, manufacturing and testing
• SW design: Knowledge and experience in Automotive embedded SW development, SW testing and management
• System engineering: Understanding of end-to-end functional ownership for lighting and development according to the V-model of System engineering
• CAN Bus & Automotive Electrical System: Knowledge of automotive communication networks like CAN, LIN and Ethernet, as these are used for controlling lighting systems within vehicles. Knowledge of VW Group toolchain for vehicle diagnostics is an advantage
• Human Factors & Ergonomics: Familiarity with HMI (Human-Machine Interface) concepts, as lighting plays a key role in user experience, comfort, and safety
• Simulation & Design Software:

• Knowledge of 3D CAD tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks.
• Understanding of lighting simulation software e.g. SPEOS
• Understanding of Digital tools used in supporting visual prototyping eg TouchDesigner

• EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility): Familiarity with designing lighting systems that comply with automotive EMC standards to avoid interference with other electronics.
• Engineering Degree or equivalent relevant experience
• Knowledge of global automotive standards eg FMVSS/ISO
• Knowledge of VW Group standards and Specifications is an advantage

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• 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
• Paid volunteering days dedicated to community giving

The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym.
#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.
Beyond100+
Bentley\’s bold vision to redefine the benchmark for performance and luxury in a sustainable future. It represents the complete reinvention of our product range as we embrace electrification and accelerate our journey to net zero. Designed, developed, and built at our headquarters in Crewe, our models will offer ever evolving experiences that blend artistry, innovation, and sustainability. Join us as we advance the boundaries of excellence.
Closing date: 28 July 2025
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