Edwards Evolve China - Global Engineering Graduate Programme

Functional area: Engineering

Country: China

City: Qingdao

Company name: Edwards Ltd

Date of posting: Nov 27, 2024

Starting September 2025, the Edwards Evolve Programme is designed to develop graduates at pace for a career in a truly global organisation. Supporting the development of a global mindset early so colleagues are ready to go any place at any time to support our growth. The programme has a clear focus to build graduates professional capability over a 2-year period where they will rotate and work cross-functionally in roles with real responsibility whilst continuously testing and developing skills.

You will hold various roles as you rotate between engineering specialisms. These will include new product introduction (NPI), technology, applications, and transformation. You will support projects that shape the future of the organisation and collaborate with global teams to better serve our customers.

As part of the Edwards Evolve Graduate Programme, you will participate in a 2-year structured rotational programme that explores various aspects of engineering, including but not limited to:

• Technology Projects
• New Product Introduction - NPI
• Applications
• Field Service

• You will have first-hand experience working on projects alongside experienced employees to gain practical insights into the diverse types of engineering activities.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges, propose solutions, and contribute to the development of business strategies.
• You will be supported by a mentor from within Edwards to help navigate career paths and share key industry insights.
• You will participate in continuous learning through workshops, training sessions, and access to industry-leading resources to enhance technical and soft skills.
• You will contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions, driving innovation within the company.
• You will build a strong professional network by connecting with colleagues, mentors, and fellow programme participants.

To succeed you will need:

• You are a graduate with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or a current graduate on track to graduate in 2025(e.g., Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Semi-Conductor Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field).
• You have a strong academic performance and a passion for engineering.
• You have excellent communication and people skills.
• You possess an analytical mindset and good problem-solving abilities.
• You work well in a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• You are eager to learn and a have a proactive attitude.
• You can demonstrate good organisational, time management and personal management skills - self-reliance and the ability to take initiative.
• You have advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• You are globally mobile and happy to relocate during the programme to one of our international locations.
• You are fluent in Chinese and English, as this is our internal language.

In return we offer you:

• A competitive starting salary and bonus
• Experience with working with a diverse global team, with opportunities for global career progression.
• A learning culture which will support you on your journey.
• A culture known for respectful interaction, ethical behaviour, and integrity.
• New challenges and new things to learn every day.
• You will experience an onboarding program, including guidance by a personal buddy.
• We support you and your well-being with different programs like running groups, family parties, team events, and more.
• Are you missing something? Help shape it and bring in your ideas.

Job location
This role will be based in our Qingdao office. International travel will be required, and an international assignment will form part of the programme.

What to expect
The next stage of the application process are online tests and video interviews. We will send you an email within a few weeks of your applying to let you know if your application is being progressed.

Should you be successful, we will be running the assessment centres in Shanghai in March 2025.

About Edwards
Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within an increasingly diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.
Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.