Laser Process Engineer

Location: 

Derry/Londonderry, GB

Posting Date:  Mar 30, 2026
Job ID:  14058

About our group:

 

Seagate is a global leader in data storage solutions. We strive to create precision-engineered data storage technologies that deliver superior capacity, speed, safety, and performance. Seagate is where the future is read and written, with continuous innovation proving that a hard drive is not “just” a hard drive".. Find out how we are Shaping a new era of storage as we craft the datasphere.  

 

As an industry leader, Seagate provides unique career opportunities to be part of today’s major technology shifts. They can be found around the globe and on Our Website.

 

We are excited to announce that we are recruiting laser engineer to work as part of an established team reporting to Laser Engineering Manager. If you’re excited by new technologies, are naturally creative and passionate about seeing ideas come to life then this is the ideal role for you.

 

About the role - you will:

 

Join our cutting-edge cleanroom fabrication team and play a key role in volume production of III V active devices. As a Laser Process Engineer, you will deliver volume capable processes for III-V semiconductor device fabrication. Working alongside an established engineering team you will be responsible for:


Key Responsibilities


•    Monitoring process performance, analyzing data, and implementing improvements
•    Yield Improvement activities, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
•    Develop project plans and collaborate with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders
•    Cross functional collaboration to meet laser performance and reliability targets
•    Refining and scaling laser processes
•    Delivering volume capable processes including robust process control systems
•    Managing daily workflow and production schedules
•    Working with cross functional team to improve operational efficiency and cycle time
•    Process point of contact on tooling installs and qualification to meet volume requirements
•    Technology transfer activities from Laser development team

About you:

 

•    Excellent communicator with strong presentation and technical writing skills.
•    Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments.
•    Knowledge of semiconductor laser processing technologies with a strong understanding of fabrication interactions

Your experience includes:

 

If you hold a BSc or MSc, this role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route; therefore, visa sponsorship cannot be offered. Tou must that full Right to Work Documentation to work in the UK.


If you hold a PhD, the role does meet the criteria, and visa sponsorship can be offered.


•    MSc, PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Optoelectronics, or Semiconductor Materials and Engineering or
•    BSc in same (+ 1yr manufacturing or academic experience), or 
•    Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience with other qualification in an Engineering/Science related discipline.

 

Preferred Skills


•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Proficiency with coding and statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP, R, Python).
•    Experience in wafer fabrication, III V material engineering would be advantage
•    Scaling technologies for high-volume manufacturing

 

Please note that you must demonstrate on the application how you meet the criteria for the role as identified above. To facilitate shortlisting, the company reserves the right to apply enhanced criteria.

 

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on 1st May

 

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working.

 

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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 merit.

Location:

 

Springtown, Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland

 

Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, we are 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 have 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 – 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, Part-time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave. Onsite gym
•    Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Life assurance, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Company bonus scheme, Reward and recognition, 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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