Wafer Manufacturing Sr Engineer

About our group:

Wafer Manufacturing department has responsibility for enabling faster delivery of RD and Released products a high-volume Wafer manufacturing facility. This enables Seagate’s strategy of delivering ever larger capacity storage including next generation HAMR drives to our customers. Come be part of the team in one of the world’s most technologically advanced factories. 

About the role - you will:

As a Wafer Manufacturing team member, you will identify and lead projects to drive improvements across the site.  You will use your strong analytical and logical problem-solving skills to reduce manufacturing cycle time, enable efficiency improvements, improve utilization, reduce scrap and yield loss, and improve factory cleanliness. 

Required Skills include: 

• Collecting and analyzing cycle time data 
• Identifying critical projects for the department 
• Building a cross-functional team for each project 
• Mapping business processes 
• Collecting Stakeholder input to design solutions 
• Observing and interviewing operators to understand barriers to success 
• Implementing solutions in a timely manner 
• Presenting findings and solutions to Management 
• Leading several projects in parallel 

About you:

• Ability to communicate vertically and horizontally through numerous channels, utilize cross-functional network to complete goals  
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with global teams  
• Ability to build relationships and influence cross functional teams  
• Self-starter who can build relationships and use judgement when working with partners to ensure effective outcomes.   
• Qualities of a team player 
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively with changing business needs 

**No visa sponsorship is avaiable for this position now or in the future.

Your experience includes:

• Strong data processing and visualization skills (MS Excel, JMP, etc.) 
• Creative problem solving 
• Working across department to solve complex problems 
• BS or higher with an engineering or science major 
• 5+ years of industry experience in an engineering role 

The estimated base salary range for this position is $92,310.40 - $131,996.80. The individual salary 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, eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-and long-term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off provided pursuant to Seagate policy, 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.

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.

Note: This is an on-site position

Location: Normandale, United States
Travel: None