Michael Chapman
Senior Vehicle Technician & Electrical Testing Engineer
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About
Senior Vehicle Technician & Electrical Testing Engineer with 24+ years of automotive experience, starting as an apprentice at Adams Subaru & Mitsubishi on 12 July 1999. Experienced across Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Autotorque, and BMW Mini, with high-value and high-profile client experience, delivering discreet, reliable, and high-standard work. Currently Electrical Testing Technician at Nissan Technical Centre Europe. Proven leader, mentor, ready for senior operational roles.
Experience
Electrical Testing Engineer - Nissan Technical Centre Europe
(2025-01)
- Conduct electrical testing, diagnostics, and validation on production/prototype vehicles
- Collaborate with engineering teams on vehicle corrections and system improvements
- Operate with high precision, reliability, and discretion
Technician - BMW Mini Plant, Cowley, Oxford - Cowley, Oxford
(2024-01 - 2025-01)
- Vehicle corrections and technical support within a high-performance production environment
- Supported engineering & production teams to optimise processes and ensure quality
Senior Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester - Adams Subaru & Mitsubishi
(1999-07 - 2024-01)
- Progressed from apprentice to senior technician over 18 years
- Gained experience across Land Rover (three sites), Mercedes-Benz, Autotorque, and briefly as AA Vehicle Inspector
- Trusted with high-value and high-profile vehicles for private clients, delivering exacting standards and confidentiality
- Mentored junior staff and apprentices, enhancing team capability
- Head-hunted for Japanese tuning roles due to proven technical reputation
Early Career & Academic Achievements
- Private tuition in AAT Accounting with outstanding results
- Technology-focused academic achievements including A* grades
- Multiple roles from age 15 demonstrating resilience, initiative, and responsibility
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
BTEC - Automotive Engineering
