Materials Technology Assistant (undergraduate placement)

Pirelli is an international group with a global brand presence and is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-performance tyres. Pirelli Tyres Ltd is the company responsible for all of the Pirelli Tyre related operations in the UK.

Main Duties Include:

• Analysis of quality data and key performance indicators and encourage continual improvement
• Participate in problem-solving and waste reduction groups
• Ensure that the relevant quality procedures and control plans are maintained
• Taking responsibility for a work-based project
• To carry out production and R+D tests.

Our Requirements:

• Studying for a relevant degree (materials science preferred)
• Good keyboard skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Organisational skills and self-motivated, able to work on your own initiative in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Flexibility and adaptable to change

Employee Benefits Include:

• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Employee discount scheme and discounted tyre vouchers
• Regular company events and prize draws
• Eye Test and Flu Vaccinations reimbursements
• Christmas savings club

The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

Applications close 31.12.2026.