Join a supportive and welcoming team of equals at AZ
Are you a recent Engineering Graduate 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 other’s back. For those with a shared drive and passion for changing people’s lives, experience a sense of belonging like no other.
Working on meaningful tasks and projects with real implications, you’ll 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 you’ll 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 Scheme, you will be supported by a Mentor to help you find your first permanent role in AstraZeneca.
Two Possible Engineering Graduate Pathways:
UK Engineering:
Macclesfield, Liverpool & Cambridge are possible placement locations, and you will rotate around the following UK engineering functions:
- Facilities,
- Operations,
- Projects,
- Manufacturing,
- And more
Global Engineering:
Based in Macclesfield with an opportunity to possible travel to global projects you will rotate around global Engineering Functions:
- Project Management,
- Technical Services,
- Project Services,
- And more
What to expect
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. You’ll manage your own improvement projects, and complete tasks assigned to you working within larger teams. You’ll get to explore many of the diverse functions within the business and can 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 or Cambridge sites. You’ll 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.
What’s next?
Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! During the recruitment process, you may be asked to complete an online assessment. If shortlisted, you will then be invited to a full day virtual assessment day.
