Electrician - Sr. Electrical Specialist Lead - 1st Shift

Location:

Bloomington, MN, US

Posting Date:
Feb 20, 2026

Job

Seagate is seeking an Electrician Lead for our R&D facility in Bloomington, MN. This role supports Seagate’s Recording Head Operations within a 700,000+ square-foot, highly technical facility operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Lead a team of electricians in daily activities.
• Prepare work orders and interface with internal customers.
• Coordinate building repairs with vendors.
• Manage parts inventory, order tools/parts, and submit purchase requisitions.
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installations of electrical systems, including pumps, motors, VFDs, PLCs, and control panels.
• Diagnose complex electrical issues in collaboration with other groups while mentoring team members.
• Maintain tools and supplies; promote continuous improvement in safety and environmental practices.
• Respond to emergency calls for spills, leaks, and other hazards.
• Complete service requests using a computerized system.
• Partner with the Facilities Safety Manager to ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on department-related projects.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as safety inspections and building grounds work.
• Adhere to all environmental and safety rules and regulations.

• State of Minnesota Class “A” Journeyman’s License or Master Electrician Class “A” License required.
• Minimum of a 2-year VO-TECH certification or recognized apprenticeship.
• 4–6 years of industrial and/or commercial experience.
• Fire Systems Controls experience; NICET Level 1 preferred but not required.
• Proficiency with control systems, motor controls, PLCs, VFDs, and instrumentation.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Reading blueprints and floor layouts.
• Installing facilities and production equipment.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Assisting facility personnel in daily operations.
• Installing raceways, 480v/208v power, VFDs, and fire alarm systems.
• Working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work at heights and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Serving as an Emergency Response Team (ERT) member.
• High attention to detail and thoroughness in work execution.
• Strong organizational, execution, and documentation skills.

Our Normandale campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington. It serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, Seagate offers an on-site café, or if you prefer, you can drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. Need to grab a gift over lunchtime? Shopping is abundant in the area.

If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, outdoor activities, tournaments, and group workouts. Are you looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms or walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $43.00 - $49.00/hr the individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position will include an additional Lead Premium of 10%.

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, flexible and dependent care spending accounts, and health care spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, 120 hours of vacation, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

The benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending…