Michael Chapman

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

Engineer at Nissan Technical Centre Europe. Proven leader, mentor, and team manager, ready for senior operational roles.

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

NVQ Level 3 - Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

BTEC - Automotive Engineering