MINI Plant Oxford - Manufacturing Engineer, Paint Shop - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS OFF.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing  and where they are given their own areas of responsibility right from the start of their time with us. That’s why our experts will treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

Plant Oxford is the birthplace and heart of MINI production. Manufactured to individual customer specifications, hundreds of MINIs leave the plant’s assembly lines each day, off to meet new owners in more than 110 countries around the world. Three UK plants have a part to play in MINI production – Plant Hams Hall makes engines, Plant Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies for MINI, and all this comes together at Plant Oxford with body shell production, paint and final assembly.

MINI Plant Oxford -  Manufacturing Engineer, Paint Shop - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

We are looking for two confident and eager to learn students to join us within the Paint Shop at MINI Plant Oxford. It takes incredible work to ensure the high-quality surface finishing of a MINI, which is why our work in the Paint Shop couldn’t be more important. Our team has the responsibility of ensuring the manufacturing process, products and programmes are developed, defined, and adhered to. Our Engineers continuously monitor the process and products to make sure we comply to specifications. We also guarantee the environmental compliance of the Paint Shop and inputs into long term sustainability delivery.

What could await you?

• Support and develop innovation and digitalisation opportunities throughout the Paint Shop.
• Lead projects to drive continuous improvement, focussing on improving and stabilising the performance of automated areas.
• Steer a systematic and sustainable approach to root cause analysis and troubleshooting within robotics and automated material application.
• Develop and implement training that will identify and resolve quality and throughput issues.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Studying towards a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above in an Engineering based course.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word etc).
• Experience in PowerBI is desirable, but not compulsory.
• Self-motivated and organised, able to prioritise, use your initiative and manage time effectively.

Why choose us?

·    Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,650, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

·    Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 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 could include: online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com.

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.

Closing date for applications:   Saturday 30th November 2024

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com