Degree Level Apprenticeship - Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering in Londonderry

Seagate products help more people store, share, and protect their valuable digital content. With 97% of the world’s information being stored on hard drives, the rapid growth of digital data makes Seagate more important every day. As an industry leader, Seagate provides unique career opportunities to be part of today’s major technology shifts. The Seagate Derry / Londonderry Manufacturing site has been open for 30 years this year, with over 1400 people working in our facility, which is among the most advanced in the world, in the design, development, and volume manufacturing of recording heads.

About the role - you will:

• Be employed by Seagate to gain valuable experience in our thriving global manufacturing business while studying for a degree with no fees or costs associated with higher education.
• Develop invaluable skills in all elements of engineering, supported by close mentorship and academic guidance from Ulster University.
• Continue your career with Seagate upon satisfactory performance and successful completion of the course, building on your knowledge gained.
• Be offered a permanent position at Seagate as a Graduate Engineer after the 4 years of training and upon completion of your degree (minimum level of 2.2).

You Will:

• Have a mentor on site at Seagate with a full training plan.
• Gain hands-on experience.
• Experience University teaching.
• Gain a recognised qualification.
• Have the opportunity to earn while you learn.

About you:

• Earn while you learn – continuing your studies with on-site experience.
• Complete a Level 6 Honours Degree qualification in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering (over 4 years).
• Learn new technical skills to increase knowledge and ability in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Comply with health and safety policy and procedures.
• Be coached & mentored by a wide variety of highly skilled, diverse, and experienced people.
• Be part of a high-performing team.

Your experience includes:

• Self-motivation and enthusiasm.
• An excellent communicator.
• Experience or interest in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Engineering/Maintenance with a desire to work in Engineering in a world-class industry.

To be successful in this role, you must end your schooling with the following grades:

• 3 x B’s (A Level or equivalent). Please provide your predicted grades on your application.
• BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering (Merit or above).
• At least two A Levels from: Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Technology and Design, Design and Technology, Double Award Science/Applied Science, Engineering, or Electronics (minimum BBB).
• A Levels combined with a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (Merit or above).

You must include your predicted grades when submitting your application. To confirm that your qualification meets our entry requirements, please consult Ulster University’s Qualification Checker – Equivalence Entry Checker.

BTEC Applicants: Please specify whether you are studying or hold Extended Certificates or Diplomas, and confirm whether your modules include:

• Engineering Principles
• Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems

You must be over 18 years of age by 1st September 2026. Completed applications should be submitted no later than Sunday 15th February 2026. All offers of employment are conditional upon and subject to annual funding from DfE.

This is a Full-Time position working Mon – Fri, 2 days a week at Seagate and 3 days at Ulster University for the first year. Years 2, 3 & 4 will be 4 days a week on-site at Seagate and 1 day at Ulster University. During the University holidays, you will be scheduled to work at Seagate (e.g. Summer, Christmas etc.).

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: Derry, Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, 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 subsidised on-site café. 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, Perks at work discount programmes, Employee discount scheme, Pay for civil/jury duty.
• Career: Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom. Travel: None.