Process Engineer and Scientist Intern

About our group:

Process Engineering Group is responsible for all the key technologies and their application in magnetic recording head manufacturing processes. This covers a wide range of disciplines and includes Photolithography, Vacuum Deposition and Etch, Electro-plating, material and process characterisation techniques, as well as advanced data analytics. Many aspects of wafer process requires deep understanding of scientific principles of advanced technology, together with material properties. We welcome students and graduates from all Science and Engineering Degree Programs.

About the role – you will:

We have an exciting opportunity for a number of Process Engineering Interns wishing to take on an 11-month placement in a high tech industrial environment over the next academic year, commencing on 1st September 2025. The successful candidate will join our team based in Springtown in Derry.

You will:

• Work on state-of-art technology in wafer manufacturing in the areas of photolithography, Vacuum Deposition and Etch, Electro-plating, and associated metrology techniques within the Process Engineering Department. 
• Work with engineers and technicians on projects that optimise process capability and improving wafer yield. 
• Undertake training programs covering data analysis, six sigma, and recording head technologies. 

About you:

• You are:
• You will currently be studying a relevant Science and Engineering Degree. 
• Have solid understanding of basic scientific and engineering principles of related courses.
• Strong communication and team work skills and desire to work in high tech manufacturing environment.

Your experience includes:

• Currently undertaking a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Science or Engineering subject. 
• Career – Degree / non degree assistance Externally accredited training and development opportunities, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Sunday, 19th January 2025.

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working. The placement dates are: Starting on Monday, 1st September 2025 and finishing Friday, 21st August 2026

• Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in the UK. without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate.

Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria set out in the job description identified above. 

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Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on the basis of merit.

Location:

Springtown, Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and many other functions.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe. Looking for an active break from your workday? We’ve got you covered. 

Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym. 

Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women’s Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class! 

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate! 

See list below of many of our Springtown Company Benefits:

 Health – AXA Healthcare, for employees and dependents, Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, Group income protection and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer.

 Work Life Balance – Annual leave, Flexible working hours, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave.

 Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Life assurance, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Company bonus scheme, Reward and recognition, Employee savings scheme, Perks at work discount programmes, Employee discount scheme, Pay for civil / jury duty.

 Career – Degree / non degree assistance Externally accredited training and development opportunities, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom

Travel: None

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