Graduate Specialist Program - Manufacturing

This is a 18-24 month trainee program designed for post-Masters graduates with a passion for manufacturing and hydraulics technology. You will gain in-depth insight into the engineering and manufacturing of hydraulic cartridge valves and manifolds, and develop expertise in Manufacturing Cost Per Unit. The program aims to drive the Manufacturing Excellence strategy for competitiveness across global operations, improve efficiency through Lean Manufacturing projects, and prioritise digitalisation and AI projects.

You will have the opportunity to be placed in various fields within Manufacturing, including Manufacturing Engineering Support (MFE), Manufacturing Operations (MFO), Bosch Production Systems (BPS), Manufacturing Coordination (MFC), and Business Digital Organisation (BDO). You will also be involved in designing and developing lean manufacturing cells and ensuring factory layouts meet business requirements.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will obtain permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Education: Completed Master’s in Technical Engineering or comparable, with good knowledge of LEAN manufacturing principles.
• Experience: Experience in manufacturing and knowledge of hydraulics through relevant industrial internships. Strong Microsoft Office and IT skills, and sound project management experience.
• Skills: Detail-oriented, strong communication skills, ability to work well in a team and independently, confident, forward-thinking, analytical and conceptual capabilities. Desirable attitudes include courage, sincerity, tolerance, and mindfulness.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel at home and abroad as part of the job rotation.

What We Offer

• A comprehensive graduate development program with structured rotations.
• Dedicated coaching and mentorship from senior leaders.
• Extensive training in SAP and other industry-leading tools.
• The opportunity to work in a global, innovative, and market-leading company.
• A clear path for career progression for high performers.
• Employee discounts, various sports and health opportunities, on-site parking.
• Flexible work-time options.

Right to Work

You will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants would not be provided with a Skilled Worker visa for this role and will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. This opportunity is a permanent job beyond the 2 year placement, hence we will not be able to consider applicants unless they have right to work in the UK indefinitely.