Assembly Quality Management - Placement Year

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Lindfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Pay

Holiday entitlement 27 days

Pension scheme

On-site restaurant

Advantages scheme

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars at Goodwood is offering a placement year in Assembly Quality Management. You will work on developing and improving production quality, learn the production line complexities, and participate in implementing robust quality improvements as part of a world-class automotive team.

Applicants should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/IT or a relevant field, with knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Quality Systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT or a relevant course with good academic results.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems and Quality Systems is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written English; German would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Actively solving complex issues related to our production systems.
• Support, coordination and management of specific daily tasks and longer-term projects.
• Co-ordination and steering of key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support and implementation of quality improvements through complex problem solving.
• Analysis of data sets to give transparency to the target environment and identify improvements.
• Steering and implementation of planning activities to support volume flexibility and new product introduction.
• Support the implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation throughout the Assembly process.
• Develop into an all-rounded professional ready to take on challenges.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Manufacturing Systems

Quality Systems

English Proficiency

German Helpful

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT or relevant course

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Quality Management - Placement Year

Posting Start Date: 10/4/26

Job Location (Long):

Goodwood, United Kingdom

We believe in creating an environment where our placement students really can learn and develop during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibility from the start. Our experts and mentors will treat you as part of the team from day one, encouraging you to bring your own ideas to the table and giving you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and it’s Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls‑Royce delivers unmatched quality, style and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls‑Royce.

The maxim of Sir Henry Royce, ‘take the best that exists and make it better’, permeates in everything we do at Rolls‑Royce. As a student, you will have hands‑on experience from day one, while gaining practical insights into the corporate operations of a world‑class automotive manufacturer. Each year we offer internship opportunities and are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and looking to complete a 13‑month placement.

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood, Assembly Quality Management - Placement Year (July 2027)

We are seeking a forward‑thinking student that has a passion for problem solving, and technological innovation to join our Assembly Quality Management department. You will play a fundamental part in supporting the development and improvement of key business and quality processes. As an intern you will quickly learn the complexities of our production line and will play a pivotal role in developing robust quality improvements that help us on our mission to ‘take the best that exists and make it better’. Come and join our team at an exciting time, as we push the boundaries of what perfection is at Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars.

What awaits you?

• Actively solving complex issues related to our production systems.


• Support, coordination and management of specific daily tasks and longer‑term projects.


• Co‑ordination and steering of key performance indicators (KPI’s).


• Support and implementation of quality improvements through complex problem solving.


• Analysis of data sets to give transparency to the existing target environment with a view to offering improvement opportunities.


• Steering and implementation of planning activities to support volume flexibility and new product introduction.


• Supporting the implementation of the Value Production System and Work Organisation throughout the Assembly process.


• Developing into an all rounded professional ready to take on any challenge they are faced with.

What should you bring along?

• Studying a Bachelor’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above in an Engineering, IT or relevant course.


• Knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems and or Quality Systems.


• Ideally you will have a good knowledge of manufacturing techniques.


• Able to communicate in the English language; German would be beneficial.


• You need to be able to work independently within the management team, have the ability to organise yourself and work in a team environment.


• You will be required to work from your own initiative taking projects and tasks from concept through to a complete and implemented solution.


• Strong PC skills and a good working knowledge of MS Office.


• Knowledge of Manufacturing Systems is desirable.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay –A competitive annual salary, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract)and an attractive pension scheme.


• Exciting Additional Benefits –You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, a subsidised on‑site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process include a virtual assessment centre and an in‑person interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation. At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026

Any further questions? Email us on recruitment‑[e-mail]