Engineering Multidiscipline Graduate Programme - Barnard Castle, UK, 2027

GSK; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GSK invites high-potential graduates to join the Engineering Multidiscipline Graduate Programme at Barnard Castle. This two-year Global Supply Chain programme blends rotations, role-specific training and mentoring to grow engineering, automation and digital skills.

You’ll work on cross-functional projects across engineering, manufacturing and supply, with hands-on exposure to robotics, data analytics and smart manufacturing. Start date September 2027.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with modules in automation, robotics, systems, software and/or cybersecurity.
• Language fluency in English is required for written and spoken communication.
• Graduation by August 2027 for the programme start in September 2027.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Excellence: Design, execute, and validate engineering projects.
• Project Management: Manage the lifecycle of new equipment from design to installation and commissioning.
• Equipment Reliability: Improve performance, safety, and reliability of manufacturing equipment and utilities.
• Smart Manufacturing Innovation: Drive efficiency and AI/digital transformation in manufacturing.
• Automation Expertise: Define and implement improvements, work with control systems and robotics to optimize operations.
• Digital & Data Expertise: Use data-driven approaches and data visualization to monitor processes and identify trends.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

Controls

Systems

Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor or Master in Engineering

Job description

Join the GSK Engineering Multidiscipline Graduate Programme - Barnard Castle, UK, 2027: Help us get ahead of disease together

Education required: Bachelor or Master Degree - Engineering: Automation, Robotics, Controls & Systems, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Robotics Technology Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field with modules in automation, robotics, systems, software and/or cybersecurity

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English

Other requirements: Graduation by August 2027

Location: Barnard Castle

Start date: September 2027

See what our graduate programme participants have to say about their experiences in our GSK Graduate Programmes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ybQQr9HKg8 !

Are you a talented, driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? Join the Engineering Multidiscipline Graduate programme at GSK and get ahead with tailored training and career development designed to help you grow.

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance.

Our network of 33 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.64 billion packs of medicines and 389 million vaccine doses in 2025 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.

We welcome people with diverse perspectives and the skills or potential to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Start your career by helping deliver medicines and vaccines to patients around the world.

On our two-year Global Supply Chain Graduate Programme, you'll apply your scientific, engineering or digital knowledge to real manufacturing challenges while developing through rotations, training and mentoring.

Join GSK's GSC Graduate Programme and take the first step toward a rewarding career, where your work makes a difference to patients at the end of our supply chain.

What You'll Experience:

• Cross-Functional Exposure : Spend time at your home site, working on cross-functional projects and rotations to deepen your expertise and knowledge of the business.
• Kaizen Assignment : A short-term breadth assignment, which could include global-focused opportunities, to expand your skills and experience beyond your home site.
• Tailored Training : Benefit from role-specific training and development, supported by a generous training budget and access to enriching resources.
• Professional & Personal Growth : Develop in a supportive environment with clear goals, feedback, training and access to reasonable adjustments.

Key Programme Features:

• Digital Data & Analytics (DDA) Objective : Each rotation has a DDA focus, reflecting GSK's commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, helping you to advance pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
• Sustainability Element : Contribute to GSK's Net Carbon Zero mission by working on impactful projects that promote environmental sustainability.
• Mentoring & Networking: Build your professional network and enhance visibility through direct access to senior leaders and mentors who will guide and support your career development

What will you do?

• Engineering Excellence : Design, execute, and validate engineering projects while adhering to industry-leading standards and regulations.
• Project Management : Manage the lifecycle of new equipment, from design to installation and commissioning, ensuring seamless integration into operations, working with suppliers.
• Equipment Reliability : Enhance the performance, safety, and reliability of manufacturing equipment & utilities through predictive maintenance and lifecycle management.
• Smart Manufacturing Innovation : Drive efficiency and innovation using AI and digital transformation technologies as part of our digital transformation journey.
• Automation Expertise : Define and implement improvements, upgrade systems, and work with control systems and robotics technologies to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Digital & Data Expertise : Use data-driven approaches & data visualization techniques to monitor processes, identify trends, and implement solutions