Equipment Technician - Mechanical/Electrical (Equipment Engineering Specialist)

Seagate Technology; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Derry/Londonderry is seeking an experienced technician for a full-time equipment maintenance role. You will work a rotating 12-hour shift pattern, performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting production tools. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience and a Level 3 qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering. This role offers comprehensive health benefits, a supportive work environment, and various employee resource groups.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Occupational healthcare service

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in equipment maintenance, fault-finding, and diagnosis.
• Minimum Level 3 qualifications or relevant apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Troubleshoot and restore production tools from unexpected downtimes.
• Collaborate on engineering projects to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Fault-finding

Diagnosis

Technical profile

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 mechanical/electrical/engineering qualification

Job description

About our group:

At Springtown, we boast an impressive array of approximately 500 equipment toolsets, supported by a dedicated team of 170 employees. Our mission is to cultivate a world‑class, flexible, and engaged maintenance team that drives improved factory performance and reliability.

About the role - you will:

You will be working a rotating 12‑hour shift pattern. This will include days and night working shifts to include: 4 days on, 4 days off; 2 days on, 2 days off; 3 days on, 3 days off; 2 days on, 2 days off. The rota will then repeat.

The role will have the responsibility of maintaining a safe working environment, providing immediate response and efficient resolutions to down‑time situations.

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Maintain production tools within critical process parameters.
• Troubleshoot and restore production tools from unexpected downtimes.
• Assist in the installation and qualification of production equipment.
• Collaborate on engineering projects to enhance equipment reliability and process capability.
• Accurately document maintenance activities and update the Equipment Technician Manager.
• Conduct cost‑effective repairs of faulty components.
• Adhere to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Be adaptable to take on other duties or shifts as needed to support business needs.
• Participate in and support business excellence initiatives.

About you:

• You will bring a strong technical profile with demonstrated relevant 2 years’ experience in equipment maintenance, fault‑finding, and diagnosis – we are flexible about the industry experience you bring. It may include experience as a mechanic, electrician, etc.
• You will have a minimum Level 3 mechanical/electrical/engineering/ equipment maintenance/ IT related or other relevant qualification or recognised completed apprenticeship.

Your experience includes:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Interested in joining us? Please complete an application on our careers page by midnight on Sunday, 18th January 2026.

This role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship on a Skilled Worker Visa. We cannot offer sponsorship of this visa.

Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria above in order to proceed in the recruitment process.

This is a full‑time position working 42 hours per week, on‑site.

Testing may be used as part of the selection process.

At Seagate we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. To see all vacancies that Seagate has available, please sign up – Register with our Talent Network for career updates and to be considered for future opportunities.

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 in Derry/Londonderry is one of the largest manufacturers in the area 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 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!

You will also be entitled to many other 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, Part‑time working, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave. Onsite gym
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, 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