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Automation Engineer Degree Apprenticeship
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds.
A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you’ll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore.
Make the start of your journey a life changing one!
As part of our Early Talent Programme, you’ll be involved in projects and learning opportunities that have real impact from day one.
Being part of our journey and helping us to provide life changing medicine to patients all over the world and transform lives for the better. Making important contributions and embracing our values to deliver on our purpose. Because regardless of role or level, we all have an important part to play in making a positive difference.
About the Apprenticeship Programme
AstraZeneca’s Automation Engineer Apprenticeship programme is designed to create the control and Automation Engineers of the future. Engineering apprentices play a hugely important role at AstraZeneca, solving challenges that arise from some of the most advanced equipment in the industry. The Automation Engineers primarily assist the smooth running of manufacturing in activities such as site maintenance and improvements. They will work closely with other production roles in a fast-paced and cost-conscious manufacturing environment, where complex problem solving is key.
Under supervision the apprentice will develop a solid grasp of the core Automation Engineering skills. These skills will not only prepare the apprentice for the workplace in demonstrating that they have the required manual dexterity to do their role, but their competencies are transferable and can be built upon over time. The skills developed are:
- Helping maintain statutory regulations and keep us all safe
- Using and interpreting a range of engineering data sources and supporting documentation
- Maintaining electrical, electronic and process control equipment
- Understanding code, to allow investigation and interrogation of software applications
- Carrying out fault diagnosis and repair on high technology engineered systems
- Understanding data, and exposing data from manufacturing systems to IT systems
- Understanding key performance indicators and utilising lean techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Identifying improvements; then planning, implementing and testing software changes
- Supporting installation, testing and commissioning of new equipment
- Ensuring manufacturing systems are cyber-secure
- Leveraging Smart Factory benefits – e.g. providing data insights and AI
Training and Development
AstraZeneca will sponsor you through this valuable work experience and you will have the opportunity gain Level 6 Control Technical Support Engineer degree with Aston University.
We truly value Early Talent– their thoughts, ideas and contributions. So throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged and inspired to speak up, have a voice and make an impact.
Essential skills and capabilities
We would be looking for the following attributes from our successful applicants:
- Good communication & Team working skills
- High organisation skills and confidence to work independently
- Logical thinking to be able to apply processes
- The ability to apply a rational approach to problem solving; making judgments based on sound reasoning, approaching problems in a logical manner
- Concerns for standards
- High numeracy, literacy & digital skills
Entry Requirements:
- 5 GCSEs Grades 9-4 including minimum 4 grade in Maths, English and a Science, Technology or Engineering related subject
- To have achieved or predicted to achieve 3 A levels or equivalent at Grade C or above in both a Mathematical based subject and a Science, Technology, Engineering related subject.
About AstraZeneca
We are a global pharmaceutical company with a major UK presence. Our purpose is to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. The best way we can help patients is to be science-led and share this passion with the scientific, healthcare and business communities of the UK.
We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions.
As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day.
There are many career paths and programmes available to you, whatever your level of study.
How to apply
To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.
Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
