Electrical Engineer (Facilities)

Location: 

Derry/Londonderry, GB

Posting Date:  Apr 24, 2026
Job ID:  13270

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’re currently seeking a technician to join the Facilities Team at our cutting-edge Springtown site in Derry/Londonderry Northern Ireland. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to contribute to a high-tech, fast-paced environment where innovation and precision are key.

 


You’ll be at the forefront of ensuring our site meets the demands of world-class manufacturing and work environment, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and quality.

About the role - you will:

 

The Facilities Engineering Department is responsible for a broad variety of engineering systems, plant and building services, which are essential to cleanroom manufacturing environment and office space.

 


Your responsibilities will include:

 

•    Outline and assist in the design and development of LV and HV networks, to support capacity needs and risks.
•    Review and develop plans for site electrical capacity for future needs and identify risks to current supply continuity.
•    Responsible for the development and implementation of relevant asset maintenance procedures applicable to the HV and LV networks, to ensure reliability and prolong asset lifespan. 
•    Responsible for the development and implementation of a safe system of work on the HV network within the site. 
•    Ensure SOP conformance with electrical legislative requirements and site EHS procedures for electrical works.
•    Scope out and plan HV and LV electrical shutdowns for Site and Plant maintenance.
•    Co-ordinating with other departments and contractors on shutdown and project work.
•    Identifying and monitoring project risks (threats and opportunities), planning and implementing responses to them.
•    Management of documentation and drawing accuracy associated with electrical plant and systems.
•    Assist in the review and check of electrical designs, drawings and specification data provided by other systems engineers.
•    Management of contractor permitting and EHS compliance.

About you:

 

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

 

Ideally Electrical engineering applicants should have experience in HV/LV supply and distribution networks, have experience in implementing and managing, reliable maintenance schedules for both HV and LV systems and preferably be competent in implementation and project management of capital projects, however applications from new college graduates will be considered.

Your experience includes:

 

•    Hons Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
•    Team player, comfortable working and liaising with people internally and external to Seagate.
•    Have a clear understanding of EHS requirements and instill safe systems of work.
•    The ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to provide technical assurance in the development and delivery of large projects.
•    Adaptable to changing situations and priorities.
•    Be comfortable presenting justifications to Seagate Senior and Executive management.

 

 

Bonus Skills & Experience: While not essential, the following would be advantageous and may be used for shortlisting:


•    Qualified as a Senior Authorized Person (SAP) or Authorising Engineer (AE) for HV switching.
•    Experience in contractor coordination or project management.
•    Time Served Electrician with experience in High Voltage networks and maintenance.
•    Experience in support of high-volume manufacturing facility.
•    Experience in HV/LV Switchgear. 
•    Experience with Electrical Control Panels and Variable Speed Drives.
•    Knowledge of Building Management or Automation Systems.
•    Experience with Energy Metering Systems.

 

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

 


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 your interest in career updates with our Talent Network 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 merit.

 

Location:

 

 

Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland

 

 

Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, Days (08:00–17:00) Hours: 39 hours per week

 

 

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! 

 


See list below of many of our Company Benefits:

 


•    Health – Private 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, 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


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape. 

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

 

 

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.  We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. EEO Know Your Rights Poster 

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