Degree Level Apprenticeship - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Seagate Technology; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Derry/Londonderry is offering a Degree Level Apprenticeship in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Successful candidates will gain valuable experience while studying for a degree funded by the company, with mentorship from Ulster University. Over the course, apprentices will work hands-on at Seagate and earn while learning. The position potentially leads to a permanent graduate role upon completion of the program.

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in Electrical/Electronics/Engineering/Maintenance.
• Required to end schooling with grades 2 x B's & 1 x C (A Level).
• Include predicted grades in the application.

Responsibilities

• Have a mentor on-site with a full training plan.
• Gain hands-on experience while studying.
• Work at Seagate and Ulster University as per the schedule.

Skills

Electrical/Electronics/Engineering/Maintenance interest

Calculus for engineering problems

Education

2 A Levels with minimum BBC

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering (Merit or above)

Predicted grades including 2 x B's & 1 x C

Job description

Degree Level Apprenticeship - Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Successful candidates 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. Throughout the four years you will develop invaluable skills in all elements of engineering, supported by close mentorship and academic guidance from Ulster University.Upon satisfactory performance and successful completion of the course, you will continue your career with Seagate, building on your knowledge gained. After the four years of training and upon completion of your degree, you will be offered a permanent position at Seagate as a Graduate Engineer. On completion of your degree you must achieve a minimum level of Second Class Honors.Completed applications should be submitted no later than Sunday 15th February 2026.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills and Qualifications

• Experience or interest in Electrical/Electronics/Engineering/Maintenance with 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: 2 x B’s & 1 x C (A Level or equivalent). Please provide your predicted grades on your application.
• Please review link for standard entry conditions: Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Degree Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) at Ulster University 2025/26 entry - Part-time Undergraduate Study.
• 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 BBC).
• A Levels combined with a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (Merit or above).
• You must include your predicted grades when submitting your application.
• Calculus to solve engineering problems.

Further Information

This is a Full-Time position working Monday - Friday, 2 day 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.For full list of qualifications/requirements, please see employer's website by following the Apply Direct button which also includes link for standard entry conditions: Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Degree Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) at Ulster University 2025/26 entry - Part-time Undergraduate Study.Applicants please note this position is under the auspices of ApprenticeshipNI provision.

Area: Republic of Ireland
Closing date: 20 Dec 2025