Job Description
Job Title:  Engineer II (Slider Cleaning Process)
Posting Start Date:  9/17/26
Job Description: 

About our group:

Our Slider Process team at Seagate Korat is committed to advancing cleaning technologies that meet future product requirements and enhance overall product cleanliness and quality. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer II to develop, and innovate within our cleaning process organization. This position plays an important role in driving our continuous improvement roadmap and ensuring the sustained excellence of our manufacturing operations. 

About the role - you will:

  • Lead the monitoring and analysis of key process input and output variables (KPIVs/KPOVs) and develop robust process control systems to ensure compliance with cleanliness Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) requirements and maintain high product quality standards. 

  • Plan, execute, and evaluate process development activities, engineering trials, and machine qualification to support yield improvement, product quality enhancement, cost reduction, and manufacturing efficiency. 

  • Conduct root cause analysis of process and cleanliness-related issues, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve process performance and reduce defect rates. 

  • Document technical findings, process changes, lessons learned, and best practices to support knowledge retention and continuous improvement. 

  • Identify, propose, and drive innovative process improvement opportunities and technology solutions within the area of expertise. 

  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve technical challenges and support business objectives. 

  • Support the transfer and implementation of new products, technologies, and processes from development into high-volume manufacturing. 

  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards in all engineering activities. 

About you:

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause investigation skills. 

  • Proficiency in statistical analysis, data interpretation, and data analytics tools such as JMP, SQL, or equivalent platforms. 

  • Strong project management and prioritization skills and meet challenging deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across cross-functional teams and lead technical discussions. 

  • Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and organizational capabilities. 

  • Strong technical aptitude in manufacturing processes, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies. 

  • Ability to make data-driven decisions and effectively communicate technical findings to diverse audiences. 

Your experience includes:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Electronics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. 

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in HDD manufacturing, cleaning processes, semiconductor manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, or a related industry. 

  • Proficiency in written and spoken English. 

  • Solid understanding of chemical properties, surface chemistry, and engineering principles related to cleaning processes and chemical applications. 

  • Knowledge of cleaning chemistries, including solvents, surfactants, and corrosive chemicals. 

  • Experience with contamination control, process characterization, and process development is highly desirable. 

Location:

Korat Thailand

Our Korat facility is our largest manufacturing site worldwide Here, our team produces cloud-based storage equipment, from individual storage components to finished drives. Employees enjoy ample on-site parking, free shuttle vans and buses within the city of Korat, as well as transportation to and from Bangkok and Khon Kaen province on weekends. At work, you can grab a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks at one of our 24/7 on-site canteens or coffee shops. We offer table tennis, basketball, volleyball, a running/walking trail, and exercise classes in our on-site fitness center. In addition, there are relaxing spaces with comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors, perfect for taking a break during the day. Additionally, consider joining any of our employee resource groups (ERGs), such as Seagate Women in Leadership Network (SWLN), Seagate PRIDE: Thailand chapter, or Seagate Asia’s parents and caregivers group. We also have many on-site recreation events and opportunities to give back to the local community.

 

 

Location: Korat Thailand
Travel: None

Information at a Glance

About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape. 

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented and passionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.  We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. EEO Know Your Rights Poster 

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