Engineering Specialist III - Equipment Development

About our group:

This amazing opportunity is part of Seagate’s Equipment Development Engineering organization.  We develop state of the art equipment to enable low cost component assembly and test utilized in the drive factories.  Our group has been designing equipment used in the assembly and testing of drive components for over 20 years.

Seagate is the technology leader in the area of nanomotion, precision measurement solutions, and automation system design and control.

Come join us!

About the role - you will:

The candidate for this role will need a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude, be capable assembling and testing precision automation systems, providing electro-mechanical troubleshooting support, project management, writing Purchase requests, and assist in creating documentation.

You will support the development of manufacturing processes, conduct experiments, adjust and optimize products, instruments, and equipment.

Activities will range from supporting equipment conversions to supporting assembly and testing of new designs. Individual will need to be comfortable working with small parts sometimes under microscope, operating automation equipment, assembling and debugging electrical systems, and working in clean room.

About you:

• You enjoy being on a team and have a commitment to meet the teams goals
• You are an individual that enjoys hands-on activity
• You have considerable judgment and motivation to complete actions
• You are expected to be able to complete tasks, at times, with minimal supervision and be able to creatively solve problems as they arise
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills

Your experience includes:

• Experience with assembling and testing precision mechanical systems
• Creating, optimizing, and documenting assembly procedures
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues
• Providing design feedback to engineering
• Ability to operate electronic test equipment

Location:

The estimated base wage range for this position is $24.00/hr - $34.40/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Our Shakopee campus is located 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis in a setting with a rural vibe – it overlooks a horse racing track and stables, yet it has great entertainment venues close by as well. With wide-open spaces, the campus has plenty of space for running, biking, shooting some hoops or playing volleyball over lunch. If working out is your thing, the on-site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, tournaments and group workouts. Hungry? Seagate offers an on-site café with freshly sourced foods and specialty coffees, or if you prefer, drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away.

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: Shakopee, United States
Travel: None