2D Materials Advanced Metrology Engineer

Seagate Technology; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafe

On-site gym

Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Seagate Technology is driving next-generation data storage with a strong emphasis on 2D materials metrology. Based in Derry/Londonderry, the role focuses on nano-scale devices and high-performance readback sensor technologies at advanced wafer scales.

You will work with global teams to test, model and optimize metrology processes while contributing to IP and product-oriented outcomes. The role requires a PhD in physics, materials science or related fields and a track record of innovation,

Qualifications

• PhD awarded or due within 6 months in physics, electrical engineering or materials science.
• Strong background in metrology techniques for 2D materials.
• Experience identifying and characterising defects/contamination in 2D materials.
• Hands-on operation of advanced metrology tools and measurement interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop advanced metrology techniques for 2D materials.
• Drive innovation in nano-scale head devices focusing on performance and yield.
• Collaborate with metrology vendors to define and test next-generation tooling.
• Lead experiments, projects and wafer tracking to deliver timely results.
• Support technology transfers to product development engineering.
• Contribute to Seagate's IP portfolio (inventions, patents, publications).

Skills

Innovative thinker

Project management

Data analysis

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

PhD in physics / electrical engineering / materials science

Tools

Raman Spectroscopy

Terahertz Time-Domain Spectroscopy

PPMS Platforms

XRD

Nanoscale infrared spectroscopy & imaging

Job description

About Our Group

The Research & Development group is at the heart of our mission to build the world’s most advanced data storage technologies. As part of a seasoned team, reporting to the R&D Manager, you’ll help define and drive ground breaking innovations that shape the future of storage solutions. The Advanced Transducer Development team is leading the charge in delivering the next generation of high-performance readback sensors—critical to enabling cutting-edge data retrieval and reliability. If you're energized by pioneering technology, fueled by creativity, and driven to turn bold ideas into reality, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact

About The Role - You Will

Leveraging our high-tech wafer fabrication facility in Derry UK, with state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and design tools, you will be part of the research and development team responsible for Seagate’s future HDD products. You’ll work closely with global development teams and product/design engineers to build, test, and characterize nano-scale devices based on 2D materials. Your focus will be on advanced metrology techniques for 2D devices.

You Will

As a key player in 2D materials advanced metrology, you will drive innovation in nano-scale head devices, ensuring device performance, reliability, yield and sigmas. Your expertise will shape next-generation storage technology through:

• Identifying, developing and implementing advanced metrology techniques to meet evolving performance targets.


• Leveraging advanced modelling, defect analysis, and statistical tools to drive improvements in 2D materials growth, transfer and device patterning at 200mm wafer scale.


• Leading innovation projects focused on performance and yield enhancements.


• Collaborating with metrology vendors to define, test, and integrate next-generation metrology tooling aligned with future product roadmaps.


• Collaborating with process and design engineers to drive continuous improvement using advanced metrology techniques.


• Managing experiments, projects, and wafer tracking to ensure timely and impactful results.


• Supporting technology transfers to the product development engineering team.


• Contributing to Seagate’s intellectual property portfolio, including invention disclosures, patents, and peer-reviewed publications.

About You

• You are an innovative and self-motivated worker with an insatiable curiosity


• You have excellent organizational, project management and problem-solving skills


• You have a reputation for honesty, integrity, and showing respect toward others


• You earn the technical respect of peers and can effectively influence technical decisions


• You are analytical with excellent data analysis skills and with an ability to find breakthrough solutions


• You have a track record of innovation and routinely use outside sources (journals, patents, university work and conferences) for developing new ideas and directions

Your Experience Includes

• Your educational background should be in physics, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related field:


• Graduated with PhD within the last 24mths or within the next 6mths.


• A solid physics background in metrology techniques related to 2D materials such as - Raman Spectroscopy, Terahertz Time-Domain Spectroscopy, PPMS Platforms, XRD, Nanoscale infrared spectroscopy and imaging.


• Detailed knowledge of metrology and inspection techniques for 2D materials. With particular focus on interactions and interfaces between metals/dielectrics and 2D materials.


• Expertise in identifying and characterizing defects and contamination in 2D materials, especially those arising from growth, transfer, and patterning/contact processes.


• Hands-on operation of advanced metrology, and a deep understanding of measurement variables, data analysis and interpretation.

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 Sunday, 8th November 2026

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

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, we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work.

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, 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, Reward and recognition, Employee savings scheme, Perks at work discount programmes, Employee discount scheme, 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