Bentley Motors engineers scoops “inspiring women” award

Bentley Motors engineer Lindsey Tough is one of 30 winners at the Automotive 30% Club Inspiring Automotive Women Awards.

The awards aim to celebrate achievement across all levels and shine a light on opportunities available to women in the industry.

Lindsey joined Bentley in 2014, having previously worked as an Electrical Engineer in the water industry.

She initially worked on mechatronics projects such as the aircraft-style seats on the Mulsanne and the “Flying B” mechanism, as well as the deployable rear seat picnic tables in the Flying Spur.

She has played an instrumental role in driving change by improving processes and designs in her own department, including the introduction of four new electrical control units (ECUs).

When she returns from maternity leave in early 2022, she will be part of the Systems Engineering team working on the next generation of electrified Bentley models.

Dr Karen Lange, Bentley’s Member of the Board for Human Resources, said: “Enhancing the visibility and appreciation of our female colleagues is an important part of this strategy and I’m delighted to see Lindsey recognised in this way.”

Lindsey’s manager, Nigel Lockett, added: “Lindsey is a tenacious and talented Electrical Engineer who is full of conviction and is constantly looking for improvements.

“Not only is she a role model who is inspiring other female colleagues to progress and develop their skills, she also inspires everyone around her to develop a stronger gender balance and an inclusive culture.”

Lindsey said: “This recognition came as a surprise to me, but the timing is fantastic as I now feel personally inspired to achieve even more.

“I’ve benefitted from gaining a wide-range of experience during my time at Bentley, which is really important, because it’s much easier to inspire others when you are enjoying your role and what you are doing.”