Integration Engineering Scientist in Derry, Londonderry

As a part of the Springtown Process Engineering Group, the Integration Team works to deliver new technologies and products for qualification and volume ramp at the Springtown wafer facility. As we continue the transition to the next generations of recording head technology, we require a dynamic, self‑starting science/engineering professional for a challenging lead role within the team.

About the role - you will:

• Reporting to the Integration Manager, you will join the Integration Team and lead the integration of next generation heat‑assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) read/write heads into volume manufacturing.
• Primary responsibility for HAMR modules (process blocks), with the goal of delivering module readiness for HAMR product qualification builds.
• Develop a fundamental understanding of module and device physics and mechanisms.
• Data analysis and statistical analysis (JMP/R/Python).
• Material and feature characterisation (composition, form, dimension, interactions).
• Defect and yield analysis.
• Project planning and strategy.
• Leadership of cross‑functional module team.
• Engage with process SME’s and enable understanding of internal KPIV’s.
• Collaborate closely with Product Engineering team.
• Maximise throughput while maintaining excellent quality.
• Ability to identify and prioritise risks to program/product intercept.
• Ensure performance congruence in cross site products.
• Collaborate with development teams.
• Excellent communication to stakeholders and to leadership teams.

About you:

• Science/Engineering Degree qualified (B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D), with an interest in new technologies.
• Excellent organizational, project management and problem‑solving skills.
• Analytical thinker with excellent data analysis skills, and the ability to find breakthrough solutions to complex problems.
• Motivated to relish working in a challenging environment with a high level of change and tight timelines.

Your experience includes:

• Engineering/Science based technical experience, including project/process ownership.
• Knowledge of analytical tools, data analysis, materials and device characterization.
• Leading and contributing to high impact teams.
• A recent track record of project delivery.

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

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.
• 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.

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. 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. Seagate will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations@seagate.com.