Graduate Automation Engineer

Graduate Engineer- Automation

We have a great opportunity for a recent graduate to join AstraZeneca and develop their experiences working with a global leader, committed to improving patient outcomes.

About AstraZeneca

Join a team where everyone feels a personal connection to the people that we impact. From our science labs to manufacturing at scale, we are committed to delivering the highest quality. It’s inspiring and rewarding work, influencing every part of the product lifecycle to deliver life-changing medicines. To ultimately make people’s lives better – from patients and their families to all of us in society.

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

The North Ryde manufacturing facility remains an important centre for both AstraZeneca and manufacturing in Australia.  We are proud of our long heritage in Australia, where for more than 65 years, AstraZeneca has been providing medicines to treat many cancers and chronic diseases, saving lives and extending life for millions of Australians.

Benefits

• An extra paid day off every month!

• On-site car park and site staff canteen

• Gym membership

What you’ll do 

As a Graduate Automation Engineer, you will be given the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in the maintenance and improvement of the electrical, control, vision systems and infrastructure in support of production requirements and site operations.  You will enjoy the backing of a supportive team, opportunities for personal development and all necessary training and development.

Responsibilities for the role:

• Plans, coordinates and undertakes electrical, control systems and infrastructure modifications, following relevant procedures to ensure that equipment is maintained in its validated state

• Provides expert electrical engineering advice to other departments, particularly Production for resolving complex technical issues and driving continuous improvements  

• Identify, plan and undertake process improvement projects to time and budget, including preparing validation protocols and documentation, and completion of validation activities.

• Participates in functional safety design review, risk assessment, hazard identification, machine safety and process safety workshops. 

• Design and implementation of automation safety systems (e.g. safety relays, safety PLC, generates safety software module specification

Essential for the Role

• Bachelor’s degree (or working towards) in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Automation Engineering with a strong academic record

• Passion for computer programming and digital innovation

• Demonstrated problem solving and organisational skill

• Exceptional communication skills

• A can-do attitude and curious mind

• A team player

Desirable for the Role

• Some work experience and familiarity with Siemens PLCs (Step 7 + WinCC for HMIs), robotic systems, networking design would be advantageous

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.  

Part of an inclusive and giving community, we support and help each other on our journeys –backed by the same personal commitment to each other as we give to patients. Curious problem solvers, we are intellectually stimulated by constant learning. There’s potential for multiple, global careers and great rewards, for those who embrace the diverse opportunities.

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As an organisation we stand with confidence on our gender equality initiatives including pay equity, leadership development programs, and zero tolerance for gender-based harassment. This achievement exemplifies our commitment to building high performing, inclusive and diverse teams that collaborate across our enterprise, aligned to our values and strategic priority of being a Great Place to Work 

So, what’s next

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have a seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

• If you’re curious to know more then please reach out to Dia Dutta. We look forward to your application by Friday 19 April 2024.

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.