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Graduate Engineer

Posted on Sept. 15, 2025 by Merck KGaA

Cork, Ireland
N/A

Full Time

Job Id

290228

Carrigtwohill, Cork, Ireland

Job Type

Full-time

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That`s why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

The Graduate Programme provides a unique opportunity for highly talented and motivated individuals to gain valuable experience and training in the multifaceted disciplines of Process and Technology, Engineering, Production, Quality, and EHS. During the programme, graduates will experience three, eight-month rotational assignments, while receiving exposure to the company's core businesses, processes, technologies, and leaders.

Applicants for the Cork Graduate Programme may also be considered for our International Operations Leadership Development Programme (OLDP), a 3-year programme, consisting of four, nine-month rotational assignments including, where applicable, an international assignment.
We are seeking self-driven, ambitious individuals eager to develop their careers in the Life Science Industry.

The Graduate programme aims to:

Provide broad exposure to core business functions including Process and Technology, Production, Engineering, Quality and Safety.
Provide opportunities to apply academic knowledge to real-work challenges through structured project and problem-solving initiatives.
Develop both technical expertise and leadership capability to support career progression.
Provide experience to operate within a highly regulated environment, with a focus on quality, health & safety standards.
Operate within a highly regulated environment, with a focus on quality, health & safety standards and patient focused.
Enhance your personal development by engaging in volunteering and social responsibility initiatives to support the wider community.
Actively manage your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), working towards chartered membership of IEI/IChemE where applicable.

Who you are:

Currently undertaking a third level Degree / Masters in either Engineering, Science, or EHS graduating with a minimum qualification of 2:1 honours.
Capable of working in a high-performing, team-based organization.
Self-motivated and driven to use your own initiative.
An innovative thinker with critical reasoning skills.
Strong effective communication skills (oral and written) and attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer

: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity. We believe that it drives excellence, innovation, and human progress. We care about our customers, patients, and our rich mix of people. This diversity strengthens our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all and empower you to fulfil your ambitions. Our diverse businesses offer various career moves to seek new horizons. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to bring their curiosity to life!

US Equal Employment Opportunities
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers

Unfortunately, we are aware of third parties that pretend to represent our company offering unauthorized employment opportunities. If you think a fraudulent source is offering you a job, please have a look at the following information here.

Applicant Profile
Along with our brand-new career site, we've also revamped our application process. If you've applied for a position before April 16th 2025, you can log into your old profile to see the status of past applications. For the application you’ve will completed, and any in the future, you can create a new profile to check in on your status.

WHAT WE OFFER

Money makes the world go round. But at our company there’s more than just financial rewards. We offer a range of attractive benefits to help you work your magic.

Saving & Finacial

Our 401(k) Plan includes a generous company-matching contribution and an additional discretionary contribution each year.

We also provide tax-advantaged accounts for you to save for healthcare, commuting expenses, company-provided and buy-up life insurance to help you protect your financial future.

Health & Wellness

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision coverage-including virtual care through Telehealth & free behavioral health counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a wellness incentive program and personalized support to help you navigate and use your benefits.

Voluntary Benefits

Our voluntary benefits provide additional protection from the high costs of healthcare not covered by health insurance.

We also have discount programs that offer exclusive savings on everything from auto, home, and pet insurance to low-interest personal loans.

Work/Life Support

We have several programs to support your work/life balance, including generous paid time off, back-up day care services, education assistance, and more.

OUR RECRUITING PROCESS

Depending on the position (level, functional area, country) the process can vary slightly.

You apply

Complete your online application for your preferred role(s) that match your interests and qualification. If you cannot find a suitable role please join our Talent Zone and stay connected for your next career opportunity.

We screen

We review your application and if we determine that you are a good fit we will move you to the selection process.

We assess

You are interviewed by phone, via video and/or face to face.

Mutual agreement

Ideally you are the perfect match for us! We hope you consider us as your new employer.

Work your magic!

To guarantee you a smooth start our onboarding preparation begins.

Haven’t found the right job yet?

Join our Talent Community to stay connected and explore future opportunities.

Advertised until:
Oct. 15, 2025

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