Automation Engineering Graduate Programme, Rosia - Italy, 2025

Education required:Masters degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics Technology Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field with interest in automation, robotics, systems, software and/or cybersecurity. Graduation by August 2025.

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in Italian and English

Other requirements: Willingness to be geographically mobile (domestic) throughout rotations

Location: Rosia, Italy

Start date:September 2025

Application deadline:We recommend you apply as soon as possible. This vacancywill close when we have received enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered.

Assessment Centre Date: January/February 2025

Are you a talented and driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives? Apply for the Automation Engineeringprogramme at GSK today!

The GSK Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to join our Global Supply Chain and play a key role in delivering life-saving medicines and vaccines to people in over 90% of the world.

At GSK, we are on an exciting journey to establish a world-class global supply chain that will support the delivery of our new product portfolio and pipeline. Within the Global Supply Chain business (GSC), our dedicated teams are responsible for manufacturing and distributing medicines and vaccines worldwide. They oversee every stage of production, from ensuring the creation of high-quality products at our manufacturing sites to developing effective supply forecasting and managing regulatory inspections—all powered by digital, data, and analytics.

We are seeking highly motivated graduates who are eager to grow into future engineering, operational, and technical roles within GSC. These positions involve working at our manufacturing sites to ensure the implementation of the latest, safe, efficient, and reliable processes and equipment. This programme presents an opportunity for you to cultivate your skills in an industry that is undergoing radical changes in the way it develops and manufactures products

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

Whilst on the graduate programme, you can expect the following benefits:

• Challenging and supportive environment for your professional and personal growth

• Opportunities to network and enhance visibility with senior leaders who will mentor, coach, and support you with career planning

• Development of technical skills through valuable on-the-job experience

• Work in roles that are individually tailored according to your discipline, with the aim of meeting your aspirations, strengths and ambitions (along with the needs of the business)

• Access to a generous personal development budget to accelerate learning and professional growth

• Kaizens – short-term breadth projects that offer potential international exposure

What will you do?

Whilst on the programme, you will have the opportunity to:

• Optimize the performance of the control systems & robotics that are part of our manufacturing operations, e.g., maintaining and troubleshooting site control systems, working with AGVs & Cobots.

• Lead and support delivery of automation projects e.g. defining and implementing design improvements; upgrading and installing control systems and robotics systems

• Ensuring suppliers and site equipment comply with international standards

• Testing and commissioning

• Get involved in Smart Manufacturing projects

• Identify and mitigate potential Cyber security risks or vulnerabilities related to Operational Technology hardware and software

• Gain hands-on knowledge of current and new digital technologies, AI & data science

• Learn about working in a highly regulated business and the role that Automation plays in supplying our patients at the end of our supply chain

What are we looking for?

• Technical aptitude, a passion for engineering, and a keen interest in pharmaceutical manufacturing

• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and growth, along with strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach

• The ability to listen, learn, and a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives through high-quality work

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a collaborative approach to teamwork

• Self-motivation, proactiveness, and a strong eagerness for development and learning

• Analytical, organized, and process-driven, with exceptional attention to detail

• High adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure and embrace change

This programme is ideal for highly motivated individuals who are eager to embark on their careers in a complex manufacturing environment. Candidates should naturally embody the GSK culture and demonstrate the potential to become outstanding subject matter experts.

What do we offer you?

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You’ll find hints, tips and guidance on our recruitment process on our website

Learn more about the application processgsk.to/ECprocess

Once you've submitted your online application form, you'll need to complete two online assessments prior to the assessment center stage and as part of this, you'll be asked about your motivation for the role: We’d like to hear about why you applied to this role and your motivation for the business area you’ve applied to. You will be asked a 2nd question on what strengths, skills or interests you have that will enable you to be successful in this role. Please be as targeted as you can!

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