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    The Equipment Support Group (ESG) is responsible the Installation, Uptime reliability and Yield performance of high-tech state of the art manufacturing equipment used in the cleanroom production of magnetic thin film heads; with Photolithography, Vacuum Deposition/ Etch, Electroplating and Metrology being the core principals used in the manufacturing of the nanoscale engineered devices; the process steps and equipment used are similar with those of semi-conductor wafer fabs.

    The ESG group work closely with Process, Facilities, R&D and Industrial Engineering groups to drive best in class results through all aspects of equipment health performance factors for these high-cost capital assets. We welcome graduates from all relevant engineering disciplines.

    About the role

    Having responsibility for the performance of these complex and specialized manufacturing systems; you will liaise with OEM engineers from a range of worldwide suppliers, as well as internal engineers and technicians from other functional groups.  With a blend and mix of hands-on troubleshooting and data analysis, every day will present a different challenge.

    You will: 

    •    Analysis of equipment performance data and develop action plans.
    •    Development and Automation of KPI’s and strategies for early detection and control.
    •    Planning and co-ordination of equipment installation and EHS considerations.
    •    Maximising equipment throughput and yield performance.
    •    Troubleshoot, Diagnose and Manage machine hard down events.
    •    Develop design changes for improvement in performance.
    •    Be involved in cross functional teams.
    •    Liase with your counterpart in our sister plant in Minneapolis to ensure shared learning and congruency of approach
    •    Travel globally to OEM supplier sites for advance training and new equipment source inspections

    About you

    •    Strong communication skills, with excellent oral and written updates on projects or tasks.
    •    The ability and confidence to work individually and as part of a team depending on requirements.
    •    Have logical and methodical approach to problem solving.
    •    Have ability to learn other engineering skills outside of your core area of study.
    •    Be able to work directly hands-on and able to learn fundamental electrical and mechanical diagnosis skills.

    Your experience includes

    •    In the final year of your studying a Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering related degree programme.
    •    Recently graduated within the last year of your degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in a Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering related degree programme.

    Location

    Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, with more than 1,500 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing and other functions. Here at work you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our on-site canteen. 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, EMEA PRIDE, Carers Café (a network for caregivers) or our Creative Network, which includes Springtown Voices choir and monthly Book Club as part of their programmes. Opportunities to volunteer in the community also abound.

    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.