Engineering Specialist IV

About our group:

Our team’s mission is to develop new processes for state-of-the-art recording technology.  Specifically, the design and development of novel recording head process technology, utilizing many of the same techniques and methodologies employed in nanoscale semiconductor manufacturing.

About the role - you will:

• Work with a team of engineers in integration/photo/ICP/materials/plating/CMP/wetetch process to help support the delivery of advanced writers with designed magnetic, electrical, and thermo-mechanical performance for the next generation products.
• Manage and maintain product configuration activities for the TDT HAMR team.
• Provide accurate and timely configuration documentation, including route changes, LCR’s and multiple daily reports that the team uses to keep track of experiments.
• Assist with daily execution of WIP management and priorities.
• Consistently work on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues. Make recommendations for new procedures.
• As a skilled specialist, you will complete complex tasks in creative and effective ways.
• Shift will be Monday – Friday starting at 6:30 am; 8 hour days.

About you:

• You are self-motivated, able to work independently, and have strong attention to detail.
• You are a team player capable of working in strong partnership with and communicating effectively with a diverse group of engineers and technicians.
• You are able to maintain thorough documentation of results and be able to clearly discuss them with the engineering staff.  
• You are able and willing to adapt to changing needs of a fast-paced development program. 

Your experience includes:

• Hands-on experience in thin film processing is preferred.
• Experience working assignments requiring initiative and make recommendations for solutions.
• Knowledge of thin film recording head processing is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of factory information systems preferred but not required (MES, Xsite, SPC, LCR, PCA).
• Knowledge of basic analysis and presentation software (Excel, Powerpoint,Tableau).

You Might Also Have:

• Associate's Degree in a technical field and minimum of 4 ‐ 6 years of related experience.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $29.03 - $42.31 an hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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 on work location and tenure with the Company.

Location:

Our Normandale campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and 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 lunch time? 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. Looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms, or simply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals, celebrations and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

Location: Normandale, United States
Travel: None