Data Specialist, Production Quality - Placement Year

BMW Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Production Quality Data Specialist for a 13-month placement. The role involves extracting and visualizing production data, supporting quality engineers, and working on process innovation. Candidates should be pursuing a relevant engineering degree and be competent in JavaScript and SQL. This position offers a competitive salary of £26,600, comprehensive benefits, and a balanced working schedule.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday

On-site gym

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Access to employee discounts

Qualifications

• Studying a relevant engineering course with a minimum predicted grade of 2:2.
• Competent in JavaScript and SQL, experience in Python or R advantageous.
• Willingness to learn data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Extract and visualize production data.
• Support quality engineers with problem resolution.
• Work with QMS teams to innovate production processes.

Skills

JavaScript

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Agile methodology

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or integrated Master's degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering

Job description

Overview

BMW Group Plant Hams Hall is a modern, state-of-the-art engine manufacturing facility, located just outside Birmingham, UK. Producing the latest generation of three and four cylinder petrol engines, and precision machining key engine components, the plant has recently celebrated 20 years of successful production. Operating seven days a week, with more than one engine rolling off the line per minute, the plant plays a key role in BMW Group’s global production network, supplying engines for BMW and MINI, including some of the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Position

BMW Plant Hams Hall - Production Quality Data Specialist – 13 Month Placement (July 2026)

What awaits you?

• Extracting and visualising the masses of data our production system generates.
• Support our quality engineers in leading the problem resolution of any quality issues within the Assembly function.
• Working with QMS teams to Innovate and Digitalise production in line with our core business processes.
• Offering consultancy to the wider business on how they can improve their processes using digitalisation and business reporting.
• Responsible for the detailed representations of large datasets to steer and forecast our quality landscape.

What should you bring along?

• Studying a Bachelor's or integrated Master's degree and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above in a Mechanical/Production based Engineering course, or similar.
• Competent in JavaScript as well as SQL. Some experience in Python or R would be advantageous.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, data visualisation tools, namely Power BI.
• An understanding of basic web development skillsets would be beneficial.
• A general understanding of the Agile project management methodology.
• A willingness to learn as well as to teach.
• Excellent communication skills.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £26,600, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 39 hours a week, with a half day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, 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 online testing, an in person assessment centre and then a virtual 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.

Equal opportunities

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

Closing date for applications: Sunday 30th November 2025

Contact

Any further questions? Email us at [e-mail]