Sr Engineer

About our group:

Our team focuses on advancing mechanical automation technologies to support new product form factors at the Seagate Korat Slider Factory. We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled engineer to lead the development of Mount & Dismount automation systems for next-generation optimized form factor products. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient, precise, and scalable automation solutions that align with evolving product and manufacturing demands.

About the role - you will:

· Lead the design and development of automation solutions for mounting and dismounting substrates with varying form factors and dimensions.

· Analyze current manual workflows to identify constraints, alignment challenges, and key failure modes, forming the foundation for automation design.

· Develop detailed automation requirements, including substrate handling logic, adhesive application methods, curing strategies, dismounting mechanisms, positioning tolerances, and operator safety.

· Provide technical specifications and conceptual guidance to internal design engineering teams and external automation vendors during equipment development.

· Participate in equipment design reviews, lead process validation activities, define test plans, and support pilot evaluations to ensure successful implementation.

· Define and track key process metrics such as cycle time, first pass yield, alignment accuracy, and uptime to ensure robust process performance.

· Ensure thorough documentation of processes, including SOPs, risk assessments, validation reports, and change management controls.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with product engineering, manufacturing, and equipment development teams to ensure alignment of automation strategy with product roadmaps.

· Drive the transition from proof-of-concept to production-ready solutions, managing timelines and coordinating technical deliverables.

About you:

· Bachelor’s or Higher degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

· Solid understanding of tooling, robotics, vision systems, and mechanical assembly principles.

· Proficient in CAD software and familiar with motion control, sensors, and basic automation control systems.

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendors through complex engineering projects.

· Effective at managing projects from concept through deployment under tight timelines.

Your experience includes:

· Knowledge in automated bar/substrate mount & dismount systems in electronics or precision manufacturing.

· Familiarity with adhesive bonding, alignment tooling, curing processes, and clean handling techniques.

· Knowledge of inline metrology and closed-loop feedback systems for process control.

Location:

Korat, Thailand Our Korat facility is Seagate’s largest global manufacturing site, home to nearly 15,000 employees. Here, we build cloud-based storage equipment from components to finished drives. We offer convenient on-site parking, free shuttle services, 24/7 canteens, a fitness center, and recreational amenities. You’ll also enjoy being part of a vibrant workplace community with regular events and opportunities to make a positive impact in the local area.

Location: Korat Thailand
Travel: None