Sr Software Control Engineer - Automation

About our group:

The Equipment Development Engineering group (EDE) of Seagate Technology is expanding the team!  We welcome aspiring Automation Alchemist Enthusiasts to check out this awesome opportunity!
Our vision is to innovate and develop advanced intelligent automated manufacturing equipment solutions that can sense, analyze, and make smart decisions by themselves. 
The EDE is a fully integrated equipment development team; we design and develop precision and fully automated assembly equipment and vision inspection machines. The team is made up of a strongly cohesive high performing team of design talents with a diversity of talents specialized in mechanical, embedded systems, electrical, software, and vision disciplines.
We strive to constantly incorporate IIOT, AI, machine learning image, and data analytics solutions into all our development enabling our equipment to realize factory smart intelligence thus creating a high-tech future-ready plant.
We seek dedicated, motivated, and creative talented teammates, who take up the new automation directives to provide turnkey solutions, integrating functionality, automation & intelligence for Drive Assembly, Drive Test, Heads, Media Manufacture Automation & Enterprise Data Solutions.  
Many of our designs have won a variety of innovation awards, and patents on both Company and International levels. We welcome any interested candidates that possess this mindset to embark on this exciting journey in challenging the future roadmaps.  

About the role - you will:

•    Develop, test, and deploy PC‑based software for automated manufacturing equipment
•    Partner with maintenance and process teams to define requirements and deliver software that improves machine performance, supports product changes, and enhances manufacturing efficiency
•    Create and maintain technical documentation, including service manuals and technical specifications
•    Diagnose and resolve software and controls‑hardware issues on the production floor
•    Improve existing automation equipment, as well as develop new automation machine
•    Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in software development
•    Collaborate with mechanical engineers on controls‑hardware design and integration.
•    Design, interpret, and update electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams
•    Use Lucidchart to visualize and communicate control‑system logic for automated assembly equipment
•    Estimate project cost and schedule and manage projects from concept through completion
•    Develop machine‑learning models to enhance automation processes
•    Integrate advanced sensors for improved data acquisition, predictive maintenance, and quality analytics
•    Research emerging robotics and automation technologies to identify opportunities for equipment improvement

About you:

•    Effective in working with both native and non‑native English speaker
•    Strong communication skills to work across engineering, IT, and operations teams
•    Self-motivated, team player with strong analytical skills and eager to learn more
•    Positive, can‑do mindset with a willingness to take on challenging problems
•    Able to work both independently and collaboratively within diverse, cross functional teams
•    Effective in working with both native and non‑native English speaker
•    Committed to continuous learning, particularly in automation, control systems, and AI advancements

Your experience includes:

•    Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
•    Strong proficiency in C# and C++ with experience developing and deploying software solutions for factory automation and industrial environments
•    Hands on experience with automation control devices, including sensors, scanners, pneumatic cylinders, and electrical actuators
•    Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols and network architectures such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DeviceNet, CAN, and EtherCAT
•    Experience with machine‑vision systems and tools including Cognex VisionPro, Halcon, OpenCV, and Emgu CV, along with knowledge of vision‑hardware design
•    Foundational knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence
•    Knowledge of electrical and pneumatic diagram design
•    Familiarity with safety equipment design standards such as SOP39 and SEMI

Location:

Our Korat facility is our largest manufacturing site worldwide, with more than 10,000 employees. 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: Up to 10%