Graduate Manufacturing Systems Engineer

About Business Platforms

Headquartered in Penrose 1, Cork City, Ireland, Business Platforms specializes in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Serialization and Supply Chain Operations for our clients in the Pharmaceutical Industry.

We provide business consulting services globally in

• Strategy Development and Execution
• Business Process Analysis and Design
• Change Management
• Validation
• Implementation and Support

As a company we partner with our clients, to provide expertise and industry best practice to create and enable business value.

Role: Graduate Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Duration: 2 Years (24 months)

Location: Cork Office

Start Date: 1st September 2025

What is the Business Platforms Graduate Program:

• The Business Platforms Graduate Program offers you a talent development program.
• A fully structured training program with content tailored to our clients’ needs.
• Our Graduate Program will kick start your endless career opportunities in the Life Science industry. You will receive a full grounding in the standards, regulations and expectations of a career within the sector.
• We will guide and nurture your chosen career path striving to deliver on our promises and meet expectations, including our commitment to graduates on training, development and further career opportunities!
• Our development program gives you the opportunity to explore both the Business and the Technical career pathways. Your preference for one will evolve as your skills develop.
• Our training program incorporates both guided (through a buddy system) and self-paced learning.
• There are online training modules with practical hands-on exercises, strong reference content and presentations. Regular one-on-one reviews and feedback sessions will be held and accelerating availability to client experience. This training is managed through the Business Platforms Learning Management System.
• We aim to create relevant learning opportunities and experiences aligned with business goals investing in our long-term talent pipeline including classroom-based leadership development courses, structured mentorship program and real industry experience and hands-on practice.
• New joiners are well supported while completing industry placement with continuous structured coaching, learning and communication programs

On Completion

We have several diverse opportunities available within the Manufacturing Systems, Supply Chain, Serialization, and other disciplines in the Life Science industry for candidates to fill on completion of a structured training program.

• Business Platforms offers the opportunity for an accelerated career path with a comprehensive approach to lifelong learning, bespoke one-on-one training and support which will enable you to acquire new skills and develop new talents.
• The Business Platforms client base presents opportunities for recent graduates to work at the cutting edge of technologies and processes in the Life Science industry.
• You will be part of a global team, and you will be contributing to unique and challenging projects.
• We encourage innovation and collaboration in order, to achieve the highest standard of outcomes for our clients.

What can you expect:

• Full-time office based
• Extremely competitive base salary. Business Platforms offers excellent Remuneration packages at all levels, hard work is rewarded.
• Great company benefits such as medical and dental insurance, life assurance, pension.
• Sports & social events.
• 23 days holidays p.a.
• Company laptop and accessories.
• Access to the Business Platforms Learning Management System.
• The opportunity for accelerated career progression and hands-on experience working with industry experts.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment where we encourage new ideas and innovation.
• Options to explore both business and technical career progression pathways.
• Opportunities to travel.
• A positive working environment and culture.

Education and Experience:

• Due to graduate in 2025 or a 2024 Graduate.
• Hold a minimum of an Honors Level 8 degree in Science, Engineering, Business, or a Technical discipline.

Key skills, competencies, and attributes:

• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• A desire to improve your presentation and knowledge transfer abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good self-management – continuous performance is both an objective and a mind-set.
• Capable of working within a project team to achieve results.
• Client Focus.
• Inquisitive, energetic, ability to deliver results and work to deadlines.