Global Wafer Systems - Analyst in Londonderry

The Manufacturing Execution Systems Group (MES) is responsible for managing and synchronizing the physical processes involved in the manufacturing of thin film heads used in computer hard drives as part of the Global Wafer Systems Group. It is a highly technical team responsible for the design, development, and deployment of systems for RHG Wafer organization’s systems initiatives. It is committed to leveraging emerging technologies, including Generative AI (GenAI), to continuously improve manufacturing processes, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence.

The Wafer teams in Seagate are in Northern Ireland and the US with significant collaboration between the teams. With a portfolio that includes MES (Manufacturing Execution), FCS (Factory Controls), FIS (Factory Information), Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered solutions, best in class visualizations, and rapid deployment. The team has won industry awards for its innovation, best in class systems, and value delivery.

About the role - you will:

• Lead strategic and tactical projects and deliverables to design, deploy, and enhance the MES systems.
• Create automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and process yield using professionally accepted engineering techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify and understand their challenges and opportunities. Then work with those teams to implement and scale changes and enhancements. This collaboration includes process engineering, wafer operations, factory control systems, and the global IT support teams to drive best practices across the organizations.
• Support the MES applications with day-to-day activities as well as during upgrades to the applications and supporting infrastructure.

About you:

• Computer Science/Statistics/Applied Mathematics/Engineering, a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• Working across departments to solve complex problems.
• Concurrently supporting multiple projects and customers.
• An aptitude and interest for learning systems development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated willingness to share knowledge and learn new techniques, including exploring, piloting, or implementing GenAI-driven solutions to solve business or technical challenges.
• Work with the Global Factory IT Team to drive transformation through the strategic adoption and adaptation of AI solutions, aiming to develop improved MES services more efficiently.
• Engage with the Seagate-wide AI-Forward Collective for enterprise-wide AI adoption to identify opportunities for MES.

Your experience includes:

• Experience using statistical analysis programs.
• Knowledge and application of Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Knowledge and application of Visual Programming Language / Workflow programming.

You might also have:

• Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on 26th February 2026.
• This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week.
• 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.
• Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria set out in the job description identified above.
• Testing may be used as part of the selection process.

At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. 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 – 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.

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. Seagate will provide reasonable accommodation with the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.