Engineering Graduate Program, Zebulon, US, 2027

GlaxoSmithKline; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Relocation support

Paid time off

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline is launching the Engineering Graduate Program in Zebulon, NC, starting September 2027, inviting talented graduates to contribute to advanced manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives.

The two-year program offers tailored training, rotations across functions, and mentoring to accelerate development in engineering and manufacturing for medicines and vaccines. English fluency and a 2027 graduation date are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation date by August 2027.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and validate engineering projects within rotations.
• Assist with project management of equipment from design to installation.
• Support predictive maintenance and lifecycle management initiatives.
• Contribute to digital and data-driven optimization across manufacturing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive Kaizen and Kaizen-like improvements.

Skills

Engineering degree

Automation

Robotics

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Automation tools

Robotics

Digital manufacturing

Job description

Join the GSK Engineering Graduate Program, Zebulon, US, 2027: Help us get ahead of disease together.

Education required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in 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 date by August 2027.

Location:

Zebulon, NC

Start date:

September 2027

See what our graduate program participants have to say about their experiences in our GSK Graduate Program 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 Graduate Program 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 Program, you'll apply your scientific, engineering or digital knowledge to real manufacturing challenges while developing through rotations, training and mentoring.

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. You'll also develop technical expertise through valuable on-the-job experience.

Key Program 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

Join GSK's GSC Graduate Program 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 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 optimise manufacturing operations.
• Digital & Data Expertise: Use data-driven approaches & data visualization techniques to monitor processes, identify trends, and implement solutions to improve decision making & operational efficiencies.
• Asset Management: Utilize techniques e.g. condition-based monitoring and predictive maintenance, for optimal equipment performance.
• Problem-solving: Develop analytical and advanced problem-solving skills (e.g., DMAIC/Six Sigma) to tackle complex challenges to improve processes and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Contribute to energy management and sustainability projects, supporting GSK's Net Carbon Zero mission.

What are we looking for?

• Technical Aptitude: A passion for Engineering and a keen interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

• Continuous Improvement Mindset: A focus on growth, innovation, and process optimisation.

• Communication and Collaboration: Explains information clearly, listens to others and adapts communication for the audience.
• Ownership and Support: Takes ownership of agreed tasks, asks questions and seeks support when needed.
• Attention to Detail: Works accurately using agreed checks and applies structured problem-solving methods.
• Adaptability: Responds constructively when priorities change and seeks support or clarification when needed.
• Priority Management: Able to manage changing priorities, with clear goals, appropriate support and agreed deadlines.

What do we offer you?

• Competitive salary.

• Annual bonus based on company performance.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

• A personalized development plan with coaching, mentoring, and virtual as well as in-person learning opportunities.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning and a wide range of digital learning resources to support your professional development.

• Hands-on experience delivering meaningful work from day one.

• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and networking opportunities that foster inclusion, connection, and professional growth.

• Complimentary premium Calm membership and access to comprehensive wellbeing resources.

• Employee recognition programs celebrating outstanding contributions.

• Two paid volunteering days each year called "Together Days".

• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Relocation support for eligible hires (eligibility confirmed based on your first work location).

• Plus many more benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and life at GSK, including access to Thrive Global, a wellbeing platform to reduce stress, increase focus, and build resilience.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential helpline and website available 24/7.

Skills

Application Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Commercial Mindset, Communication, Decision Making, Establishing Contacts, Focus, Inclusivity, Innovative Thinking, Resilience, Risk Management Assessment, Taking Initiative

Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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