Process Modelling & Simulation Engineering Graduate
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Start date: 2nd September 2026
Scheme duration: 2 years
Salary: £32,000 per annum + excellent benefits
Location: Nestlé Product Technology Centre, York
Are you looking for a graduate scheme that will empower you to unlock your potential while working for the world’s largest food and drink manufacturer? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
What will you do?
When you join our Research & Development Modelling and Simulation Engineering Graduate Scheme, you will begin an exciting two year journey covering modelling and simulation, where you’ll enhance your technical skills while developing your problem‑solving and innovation abilities.
What makes this graduate scheme exciting?
* Prototyping and design evaluation: Develop skills in creating and assessing early design concepts and prototypes to understand system performance.
* Simulation and modelling: Gain expertise in producing realistic models and complex simulations of manufacturing processes to optimise efficiency.
* Project management: Learn project management techniques to effectively plan, execute, and oversee engineering projects across various roles.
* Cross‑functional collaboration: Enhance your ability to work collaboratively across teams in engineering, industrial services, maintenance and management.
What will you learn?
* Hands‑on technical experience: Acquire practical experience in real‑world engineering challenges, applying theoretical knowledge to tangible projects.
* Mentorship and professional development: Benefit from guidance and support from expert mentors, fostering personal and professional growth throughout the scheme.
* Problem‑solving and critical thinking: Strengthen your analytical skills to identify and address engineering challenges while contributing to innovative solutions.
* Adaptability and versatility: Cultivate the ability to adapt to various roles and environments within the organisation, enhancing your overall skill set and career prospects.
Our commitment to you
* Flexible working options
* Inclusive culture, join our variety of employee‑run networks
* Comprehensive benefits
* Pastoral support
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Potential relocation support £2,000
* Pets at work – bring your dog to work
* Physical fitness
* Prayer rooms
* Rewards and recognition
* Availability dependent upon site
Eligibility Requirements
You will need to have the right to work in the UK that is not time limited and does not require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route either at the start of the scheme or upon completion.
To qualify for this role, you must have studied or be currently studying towards a degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Automation or Digital Engineering. Most importantly, we are looking for candidates with potential and a passion for simulation and modelling.
Recruitment journey
After you click “apply”, you’ll be prompted to answer a few questions to determine your eligibility for the scheme. If you qualify, we will invite you to complete an online assessment, which you can practice here. Please do not upload a CV; instead we ask you to upload any relevant qualifications to support your application.
Once you have completed this stage, we will notify you if you are selected to attend an assessment day which will be in February or March 2026. It may take a little bit of time between assessment stages to get back to you, we really appreciate your patience.
Adjustments
We recognise that each candidate has unique needs, and we are committed to ensuring an inclusive application process. You will have the opportunity to discuss any specific requirements or adjustments you may need as you navigate through our recruitment process.
We may occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect – for our employees, our customers and our consumers. That’s why championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!
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