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Explore three different functions, gain hands-on industry experience and develop the skills to shape your future career.\nOur engineers are at the heart of bringing innovative medicines to patients, solving complex challenges and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This programme offers a unique opportunity to explore different engineering disciplines, contribute to real projects and develop the skills and experience needed to become a future engineering leader.\nOne programme. Three rotations. A world of experience.\nWhy explore just one area when you could experience three?\nOur structured Graduate Programme takes you through three 8-month rotations, providing exposure to different functions, meaningful projects and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals.\nYour rotation journey\nRotation 1: Engineering | Months 1-8\nStart your journey in Engineering, where you'll gain an understanding of the technical infrastructure and systems that enable a world-class biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility to operate safely, efficiently and reliably. Working alongside engineering teams, you'll develop practical knowledge of equipment, utilities, maintenance and continuous improvement practices that support the delivery of medicines to patients worldwide.\nGain hands-on experience across Engineering functions including Maintenance, Projects and Utilities.\nSupport equipment reliability and preventive maintenance activities, helping to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing operations.\nContribute to troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges and enhance process performance.\nRotation 2: Operations | Months 9-16\nBuild on your engineering foundation by moving into Operations, where you'll gain first-hand experience of biopharmaceutical manufacturing and learn how products are produced in a highly regulated GMP environment. You'll work closely with manufacturing teams to understand the processes, systems and controls that ensure the safe and reliable supply of medicines to patients.\nSupport batch execution and day-to-day manufacturing activities within a GMP-regulated environment.\nDevelop an understanding of manufacturing processes, SOPs, quality requirements and operational excellence principles.\nGain exposure to Quality, Supply Chain and other site functions, building an understanding of how different teams collaborate to ensure reliable product delivery.\nRotation 3: Engineering Projects & Validation | Months 17-24\nComplete your graduate journey in Engineering Projects and Validation, where you'll apply the technical and operational knowledge gained throughout the programme while contributing to projects that support site expansion, equipment implementation and regulatory compliance. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex initiatives and ensuring systems and equipment are fit for their intended use in a regulated environment.\nSupport engineering projects from planning through execution, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to deliver project objectives safely, on time and within scope.\nParticipate in qualification and validation activities, including commissioning, IQ/OQ/PQ execution, documentation review and compliance with GMP requirements.\nContribute to continuous improvement, technology implementation and facility enhancement projects while developing project management, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.\nYour development focus\nThroughout the programme, you'll develop the technical, operational and leadership skills needed to build a successful career in Engineering within a biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.\nDevelop a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, engineering systems and GMP-regulated processes.\nBuild problem-solving, project management and cross-functional collaboration skills by working with teams across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain and MSAT.\nGain hands-on experience in continuous improvement, equipment reliability, troubleshooting and operational excellence, while developing the confidence to lead initiatives and drive meaningful business outcomes.\nYour growth, our commitment\nYour development is at the heart of our programme. Here's what you can look forward to:\nThree diverse rotations: Explore different functions and build a broader understanding of the business.\nDedicated cross-functional mentor: Receive guidance from an assigned mentor, with monthly check-ins throughout the programme.\nA buddy in every rotation: Get practical, day-to-day support as you settle into each new team.\nHands-on training: Learn directly from experienced colleagues and develop skills through practical experience and training opportunities.\nWho we're looking for\nWe're looking for curious, motivated graduates who are eager to learn, collaborate and explore new opportunities.\nTo be eligible, you'll need to:\nHave graduated within the past two years or be due to graduate before 1 September 2027.\nHold a minimum 2.1 primary degree or a Master's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline.\nHave full, unrestricted right to work in Ireland.\nEssential skills\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical solutions.\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills, with the confidence to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.\nStrong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.\nA proactive mindset, demonstrating curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn within a regulated manufacturing environment.\nDesirable qualifications\nRelevant internship, co-op placement, university project or work experience within Engineering, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Medical Device or related industries.\nKnowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or Operational Excellence principles.\nFamiliarity with engineering systems, maintenance practices or manufacturing processes within a regulated environment.\nExperience using data analysis and reporting tools, with a good understanding of Microsoft Excel and other technical software packages.\nPrevious experience through internships, placements or relevant work is an advantage, but not essential.\nAbout Sanofi\nWe're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system - and innovative pipeline - enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world.\nTogether, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.\nWhat we offer\nAlongside structured professional development, you'll receive:\nAnnual salary: €41,600 gross per annum\n Bonus: Performance related bonus 8% (STI)\nBenefits: Access to an attractive benefits package.\nYour recruitment journey\nWe want you to know what to expect at every step:\nApply & complete a short survey: After applying, you'll receive a mandatory screening survey.\nOn-demand video interview: Selected candidates can record their responses at a convenient time within the given deadline.\nShort connect call: An informal conversation with our recruitment team to discuss your application and confirm a few details.\nIn-person assessment centre: Final assessments are planned for January 2027 at our Waterford site.\nCandidates will be assessed at each stage, with progression to the next step depending on the outcome. Further details will be shared with those progressing.\nReady to start your journey?\nYou don't need to have your whole career figured out. If you're curious, eager to learn and excited to explore what the pharmaceutical industry has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.\nThree rotations. Two years. Your future starts here.\nApply now and start your journey with Sanofi!\nPursue progress, discover extraordinary\nBetter is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. 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