Edwards Evolve China - Global Engineering Graduate Programme

Edwards Evolve China – Global Engineering Graduate Programme

Start your engineering career with global impact.

Starting in July 2027, the Edwards Evolve Global Graduate Programme is a two-year rotational programme designed to accelerate the development of future engineering talent. Based from our Qingdao office, you will gain meaningful experience across engineering disciplines, work on projects that matter, and build the skills, confidence and global mindset to grow your career in a truly international organisation.

At Edwards, our technologies support some of the world’s most advanced and fast-moving industries. You will join a business where curiosity, ownership and collaboration are encouraged, where your ideas can contribute to solutions that help shape a better tomorrow.

Build your career in China. Expand your perspective internationally.

This programme is designed for graduates who are excited by mobility, growth and challenge. During your rotations, you will gain broad exposure across our China organisation and may be required to travel or work with teams in different Edwards locations in China, depending on business and development needs. At the beginning of your second year, you will also undertake a six-month international assignment, giving you first-hand experience of living and working in another country, collaborating across cultures, and building a global professional network.

This international experience is a core part of the programme. It will broaden your perspective, strengthen your adaptability, and help you understand how a global organisation operates across regions, customers and technologies.

What you’ll do

• Take part in a structured two-year rotational programme across engineering specialisms such as technology, new product introduction, applications, field service and transformation.
• Work on real engineering projects with responsibility from day one, contributing to innovation, continuous improvement and customer-focused solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in China and with colleagues across our global organisation.
• Develop your technical and professional capability through hands-on experience, mentoring, workshops and continuous learning.
• Build a strong international network with colleagues, mentors, leaders and fellow graduates.

To succeed, you will need

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or to be in your final year of study and expected to graduate in 2027.
• Relevant disciplines may include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Semiconductor Engineering or a related field.
• A strong academic record and genuine enthusiasm for engineering, technology and innovation.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability and curiosity to keep learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work effectively in diverse teams.
• A proactive mindset, strong self-management skills and the ability to take ownership of your development.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Mobility within China, including the flexibility to travel or work across different Edwards locations in China as required by the programme.
• International mobility, including willingness and readiness to complete a six-month international assignment at the beginning of the second year.
• Fluency in both Chinese and English, as English is our global business language.

In return, we offer

• A structured graduate programme designed to accelerate your growth and prepare you for future engineering opportunities.
• A unique six-month international assignment that will help you build global experience, cross-cultural confidence and an international network.
• The opportunity to contribute to real projects with global relevance.
• Support from experienced colleagues, mentors and leaders who will help you navigate your development journey.
• Opportunities to learn continuously, take on new challenges and contribute your ideas.
• A culture built on trust, accountability, respect, collaboration and innovation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Job location and mobility

This role will be based in our Qingdao office. Mobility is an important part of the Edwards Evolve experience. You should be open to travel and assignments within China during the programme, and ready to complete a six-month international assignment at the beginning of your second year. The assignment location will be determined based on business needs, development opportunities and programme requirements.

What to expect

The next stage of the application process will include online assessments and video interviews. Successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre in Shanghai in November 2026.

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.