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University: Bath
Degree type: Masters Biochemical Engineering

Tell me about the Chemical and Process Engineering Technical Development Programme.
Joining the programme, I’ve been able to put into practise the theory I learnt during my time at university. This has meant working on various projects and initiatives to introduce new processes to the business, and make existing ones more efficient. I’ve also had the opportunity to work at different sites, experience different roles (including project engineering and process engineering), and work on a range of projects spanning everything from equipment installations to technical transfers.

What can I look forward to?
Right from the word go you’ll be working on real, live projects. For example, I started off as project engineer on the Capital Management team. Since then, I’ve worked on several capital projects including the upgrade of the purified water system and the installation of granulation suite equipment. Taking such an active role in key unit operations such as distillation, separation and filtration means my skills have constantly been stretched and challenged. Plus my technical development has come on in leaps and bounds. 

What kind of support will I receive?
Each graduate has their individual development planned and tracked through a Personal Development Plan (PDP). This helps identify yearly objectives, development needs and aspirations. This comes into its own when I’m on placements, as site line managers can go through it with me to make sure I’m growing in the right direction. Then, when it’s time to discuss new placements, I talk to a technical programme manager. Current and alumni scheme members are also good source of information at this point, as they can offer insight into projects in progress at other sites.

What does it lead on to?
Personally, I’d like to move into a technical role and get involved in formulating new processes to support new product development. It’s something I know GSK will be supportive of – after all, they’ve recognised the need to understand and improve all of their processes. That’s why they devote so much time to improving business-wide technical knowledge. It also means that whichever area you choose to move into, you can expect to grow quickly and strongly.

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