Facilities Electrical Technician (Facilities Engineering Specialist)

About our group:

Seagate is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of hard disk drives and storage solutions. Our products power everything from enterprise data centers to mobile devices and consumer electronics, enabling the world to store and access data with speed and reliability.

We are currently seeking an Electrician / Electrical Technician to join our Facilities Department at our cutting-edge Springtown site in Derry/Londonderry Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive electrician / electrical technician to contribute to a high-tech, fast-paced environment where innovation and precision are key.
Reporting to the Facilities Technician Manager, this position gives the opportunity to work on electrical infrastructure for leading edge industrial systems that supports state of the art semiconductor equipment

and provides an excellent opportunity to develop and grow your career in a company that is positioned at the heart of the rapidly growing worldwide storage industry.

About the role - you will:

You will be working a rotating 12-hours shift pattern (7:00 – 7:00). This will include day and night working, (working days include: - 4 days on 4 days off, 2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on 3 days off, 2 days on 2 days off. The rota will then repeat. 

The role will have the responsibility of maintaining a safe working environment, providing immediate response and efficient resolutions to down-time situations. 

You will: 

•    Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on plant equipment and systems.
•    Monitor plant operations to ensure compliance with critical process parameters.
•    Diagnose and repair unplanned equipment failures including motors, pumps, inverters, PLCs.
•    Maximize uptime of plant services and equipment.
•    Support engineering projects to improve systems capability and reliability including annual factory shutdowns.
•    Accurately record work details in maintenance software and update the Facilities Technician Manager.
•    Ensure adherence to health and safety policies and procedures.
•    Liaise with and supervise contractors and service providers.
•    Remain flexible for shift changes or additional duties as required by business needs.
•    Actively participate in company business continuous improvement initiatives.

About you:

•    You will bring a strong technical profile with demonstrated relevant 3 years’ experience in O&M, fault-finding and diagnosis - we are flexible about the industry experience you bring.
•    Minimum Level 3 Electrical Qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds etc.) Professional qualification in electrical discipline.
•    You will have strong communication and team working skills
•    You will have strong work ethic and ability to adapt to changing priorities

Your experience includes:

•    HV switching experience
•    I&C experience
•    Experience in HVAC, RODI, WWT, PLC
•    Trend Control Systems (BEMS)

You will also be entitled to many other Company Benefits: 

•    Health – Private healthcare, for employees and dependents, Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programs, Group income protection and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer. 
•    Work Life Balance – Annual leave, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave. 
•    Financial – 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 programs, 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 programs. 

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026.
 

This role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship on a Skilled Worker Visa and as such sponsorship of this visa cannot be offered.

Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria above in order to proceed in the recruitment process.  

Work Shifts: 12-hour onsite shifts that include days and nights. (Working shift include: - 4 days on 4 days off, 2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on 3 days off, 2 days on 2 days off). The rota will then repeat. 

This is a Full-Time position working 42 hours per week, on-site working. 

Testing may be used as part of the selection process. 
 

At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. To see all vacancies that Seagate has available, please sign up - Register with our Talent Networkfor career updates and to be considered for future opportunities.  
 

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:

Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland 

 
Our Springtown site in Derry/Londonderry is one of the largest manufacturers in the area and 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 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!  

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom
Travel: None