Engineering Graduate Programme

Engineering Graduate Programme

Macclesfield, Speke and Cambridge - UK

Competitive salary and benefits

About AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we are united by a common purpose – to push the boundaries of science. This purpose underpins everything we do; our work helps to make hearts healthier, to help people breathe easier, and to help more people survive cancer. Every day, we make a difference by delivering potentially life-changing medicines to millions of people worldwide and by leading breakthrough science that promises to transform the treatment of disease.

Join a supportive and welcoming team of equals

Are you an Engineering Graduate that qualified in 2025 or is about to obtain their degree in 2026 and looking for an exciting role on a Graduate Programme? If so, this could be the challenge you've been searching for!

Be welcomed into our inclusive network of diverse and high performing teams. Have the support, trust and respect to thrive – fair leadership, great workplaces and energised teams who always have each others back. For those with a shared drive and passion for changing peoples lives, experience a sense of belonging like no other.

Working on meaningful tasks and projects with real implications, youll tackle high levels of responsibility and ownership – applying your existing knowledge and broadening your skills to make valuable contributions and deliver real results for our patients and business.

What is the Engineering Graduate programme?

This is an outstanding opportunity which will give recent graduates the prospect to work for a global biopharmaceutical company, who are dedicated to making life changing medicines. As a Graduate Engineer you will develop your engineering knowledge, getting involved in technical operations and projects that will make a difference to AstraZeneca.

We will offer you a stimulating environment where you can develop and learn as you participate in a wide variety of exciting and meaningful work. We'll support you on your way to becoming a Chartered Engineer, as we have accredited schemes with the IET, IMechE and IChemE; and youll have the opportunity to become a STEM Ambassador and be involved in external outreach activities to inspire the future generation of Engineers.

At the end of the Graduate Programme, you will be supported by a Mentor to help you find your first permanent role in AstraZeneca.

What you'll do

You'll learn how AstraZeneca needs Engineers to keep the business operating, by being integrated into operational and technical teams across various functions. Youll manage your own improvement projects, and complete tasks assigned to you working within larger teams. Youll get to explore many of the diverse functions within the business, and have the opportunity to build a global network of colleagues and friends.

Starting in September 2026, our Engineering Graduate Programme consists of three 12-month rotations. Placements could be located at our Macclesfield, Liverpool or Cambridge sites. There may be an opportunity to travel domestically, or even abroad, to support projects, based on business needs. Youll be part of a multi-discipline engineering team, and you will have the flexibility to collaborate and provide insight into day-to-day business operations and projects.

Essential for the role

You should be a recent graduate with an engineering degree accredited by an Engineering Council backed institution.

You should have a strong technical curiosity and interest in STEM, manufacturing, or sustainability.

Problem solving skills will be important, and we will develop your skills in Lean/Manufacturing Excellence methodology.

An understanding of project management would be beneficial.

You should be able to collaborate within teams and have the ability to work on your own initiative.

We're looking for a confident communicator, who can work with a variety of people across the organisation.

Preferred experience:

Control System Engineering

Digital System Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering.

So, whats next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because wed love to hear from you! Click the link to apply by submitting your CV and cover letter, and we will be in touch once the advert closes.

Applications Open: 8th December 2025

Applications Close: 4th January 2026.

After you submit your application, you may be asked to complete an online assessment (SHL). Interviews will likely take place towards the end of February.

Date Posted

08-Dec-2025

Closing Date

04-Jan-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.