Degree Level Apprenticeship - Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering

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

Job summary

A leading technology manufacturer in Northern Ireland offers a Degree Level Apprenticeship in Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering. Successful candidates will earn while they learn, gaining valuable experience and mentorship for a permanent role as a Graduate Engineer. Applicants need to meet specific educational requirements, including A Levels and BTEC qualifications for entry into this four-year program.

Benefits

Mentorship from industry professionals

Earn while you learn

Gain a recognized engineering qualification

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Engineering.
• A Levels combined with BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate.
• Must end schooling with 3 x B's in relevant subjects.

Responsibilities

• Have a mentor on site with a full training plan.
• Gain hands-on experience.
• Experience University teaching.
• Obtain a recognized qualification.
• Earn while you learn.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing

Maintenance

Mathematics

Physics

Education

A Levels with minimum BBB

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

Job description

Degree Level Apprenticeship - Mechanical & Manufacturing 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.

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 Mechanical/Manufacturing / 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: 3 x B’s (A Level or equivalent). Please provide your predicted grades on your application.
• Please review link for standard entry conditions: Mechanical and Manufacturing 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 BBB).
• A Levels combined with a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (Merit or above).
• 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.

Further Information

ApprenticeshipNI eligibility conditions apply. Applicants please note this position is under the auspices of ApprenticeshipNI provision.

Area: Republic of Ireland