Automation Engineering Graduate Programme, Singapore, 2026

Job description

Join the GSK Automation Engineering Graduate Programme – Singapore, 2026: Help us get ahead of disease together

Education required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics Technology Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field/modules with an interest in automation, robotics, systems, software, and/or cybersecurity.

Graduation by July 2026.

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English

Location: GSK Tuas

Expected start date: July 2026

Application Information:

Application deadline: 21 September 2025.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and this role will close once we have received enough relevant applications.

We recommend you apply as soon as possible.

Assessment Centre Date: October/November 2025

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Are you a talented and driven student or graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives?

Apply for the Automation Programme at GSK today

Within our Global Supply Chain (GSC) business, we manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance.

Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 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 need the very best minds and capability 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.

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

Are you a talented and driven technical graduate eager to make an impact on billions of lives?

GSK's Global Supply Chain (GSC) Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to delivering medicines and vaccines to people worldwide.

This two-year programme is designed to prepare you for future engineering, operational, and technical roles within GSK's Global Supply Chain (GSC) within your chosen discipline.

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: Thrive in a challenging yet supportive environment, where you'll develop technical expertise through valuable on-the-job experience

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

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 will you do?

• Hands-On Experience: Opportunities to work closely with manufacturing equipment, utilities, and digital systems to gain practical expertise.
  
  
• Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Focus on areas such as process automation, cybersecurity, data integration, compliance, and lifecycle management.
  
  
• Data-Driven Insights: Dive into the world of digital technologies, AI, and data science.
  
  Gain hands-on experience with the latest tools and techniques to drive efficiency and innovation.
  
  
• Lead Automation Projects: Define and implement design improvements, upgrade and install control systems, and ensure compliance with international standards
• Focus on Innovation: Lead and support automation initiatives that enhance our manufacturing operations.
  
  From optimizing control systems and robotics to implementing smart manufacturing projects, your work will directly contribute to a more sustainable future
• Smart Manufacturing: Get involved in innovative projects that leverage AI, data and technology to transform our manufacturing processes.
  
  
• Regulatory Knowledge: Learn about working in a highly regulated industry and understand the critical role automation plays in our supply chain.
  
  
• Cross-Functional Rotations: Rotations across departments like Process Automation, Project Engineering, and Digital Transformation to develop a broad skill set.
  
  
• Global Collaboration: Opportunities to work with global teams and contribute to automation strategies and digital excellence initiatives.
  
  

What are we looking for?

• Passion for Automation Engineering and/or robotics: Technical aptitude, keen interest in pharmaceutical engineering and manufacturing.
  
  
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: A focus on growth, strong interpersonal skills, and a positive approach.
  
  
• Data-driven mindset: Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and using it to drive decision-making and optimize automated processes
• Impactful Work Ethic: The ability to listen, learn, and a genuine desire to make a meaningful impact on people's lives through high-quality work.
  
  
• Team Collaboration: Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, coupled with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
  
  
• Self-Motivation: Proactiveness and a strong eagerness for development and learning.
  
  
• Attention to Detail: Analytical, organized, and process-driven with exceptional attention to detail.
  
  
• Adaptability: High adaptability and flexibility, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure and embrace change.
  
  

What do we offer you?

• A competitive salary
• Annual bonus based on company performance
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locations all across Singapore
• Performance with Choice hybrid working model for office-based roles
• Employee recognition programmes, which reward exceptional achievements
• Access to robust healthcare and well-being programmes, time off and childcare support
• Paid volunteering days per year, called Together Days
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Free, confidential helpline and website available 24/7
• Access to Thrive Global: A well-being platform to reduce stress, increase focus, and build resilience

Let's do this

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Learn more about the application process

After submitting your application, you will be asked to complete our GSK Digital Assessment.

The GSK Digital Assessment will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills through engaging exercises, while providing us with insights into your unique approach to work.

This will help us better understand how your strengths, behaviors, and skills align with the role and the positive impact you could bring to our team.

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It will be your go-to guide throughout the application process and will help you feel prepared at every stage.

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Our Graduate Programmes are designed to accelerate the development of graduates who don't have significant previous professional work experience in the area to which they are applying.

Of course, many graduates who join the programme have worked while studying or after graduation.

If you've already developed substantial experience working in a professional role in your sector, while you would be able to apply for this programme, you may also want to look at direct entry roles in our businesses, as these may be the best way to build on your existing skills and expertise and develop a career at GSK.

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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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