Automation & Digital Engineering Industrial Placement, 2027, London, UK

Haleon plc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: £28,860

Haleon Bonus Structure

London travel allowance

Health & wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Haleon plc in London offers a 12-month industrial placement in Global Automation Transformation & Innovation. You will gain hands-on experience with automation, IIoT, and manufacturing data analytics, supporting Haleon’s Build for Tomorrow programme.

You will collaborate with Quality, IT, Technical, and Procurement teams to integrate automation and digital solutions and contribute to analytics initiatives using Power BI.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering or Digital Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in automation and digital engineering in a global consumer healthcare setting.

Skills

Automation Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Advanced Manufacturing Engineering

Digital Engineering

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree (2nd year England) or Integrated Masters

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Join our Haleon Global Automation Transformation & Innovation team based in London, for a 12-month industrial placement, starting 28th June 2027

At a glance

Are you looking to join a team of supportive, collaborative, and like-minded professionals where you can grow your expertise? If so, Haleon could be the perfect place to start your journey.

This placement presents a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in automation and digital engineering within a global consumer healthcare setting. You’ll play a key role in supporting the implementation of advanced technologies—including automation, robotics, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), and manufacturing data analytics—while contributing to Haleon’s strategic ‘Build for Tomorrow’ transformation programme.

As an Automation & Digital Engineering placement student, you’ll be exposed to a wide range of engineering activities, enabling you to develop a broad and versatile skill set.

Throughout your placement, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain insights from subject matter experts, enhancing your technical and professional development.
• Engage with emerging technologies, including advanced automation systems and digital tools.
• Collaborate across functions, working with teams in Quality, IT, Technical, and Procurement to support the seamless integration of automation and digital solutions.
• Contribute to analytics initiatives, supporting data modelling, visualisation (e.g., Power BI), and performance tracking for engineering and transformation projects.
• Support project coordination, assisting in the planning, execution, and delivery of automation and digital engineering projects.

Requirements

We welcome applicants currently studying for a degree in Automation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering or Digital Engineering who are creative problem-solvers and enjoy collaborating with global teams to apply.

A genuine passion for innovation and emerging technologies, with a desire to contribute to forward-thinking engineering solutions.

If you are studying for your Undergraduate Degree you must be in your 2nd year of study (England) or 3rd year of study (Scotland) or an Integrated Masters Degree and seeking to complete a year in industry in partnership with your university. Please ensure the role is suitable for your placement year.

Role Start Date: 28th June 2027

Benefits

• Salary: £28,860
• Haleon Bonus Structure
• A London travel allowance
• Health & wellbeing programmes to support your physical and mental health
• You will join IP Unite, Haleon’s community for students run by students to support charity events, sports clubs, STEM outreach and many more exciting projects

Application Process

• Application – information will be required regarding your education and Right to Work.
• Online Assessment – you will be asked to complete a behaviour based online assessment and one-way video interview supported by Hirevue.
• Interview – if selected you will be invited to attend a final stage virtual interview; The interview will consist of a competency-based interview and may include a case study/technical exercise.
• Offer – candidates will receive an outcome within 2 weeks following interview.

Interviews will be held in November/December 2026

If you require any support or adjustments with your application, please email: [e-mail]

Job Posting End Date

2026-10-23

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Adjustment or Accommodation Requests

Accommodation Requests

• Use subject line: ‘Haleon Careers: Job Accommodation Request’
• Your Name and contact information
• Requisition ID and Job Title you are interested in
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• Resumes, CVs, or other requests outside of accommodation support

Note to candidates

The Haleon recruitment team will contact you using a Haleon email account (@haleon.com). If you are not sure whether the email you received is from Haleon, please get in touch.