Intern - Product Development Engineer 2025

Seagate Technology • Bloomington, MN

389d

About The Position

The Mechanical Product Development team is focused on all aspects of mechanical product development within the recording head technology department. This role involves developing relationships between contamination/defects and build/test processes, performing data analysis, and collaborating with design and factory teams to enhance monitoring and screening processes.

Requirements

• Pursuing a master's or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of contamination sources and corrosion in industrial processes and cleanroom environments.
• Understanding of data storage and knowledge of hard drive or semiconductor manufacturing processes.
• Experience with contamination/defect/material characterization tools like AFM, SEM, Optical microscope, etc.
• Experience with test systems (mechanical and electrical).
• Strong experience in Python (numpy, scipy, pandas) and coding in Matlab.
• Ability to work efficiently with PC-based programs for data analysis and Google site for documentation.
• Experience guiding various internal functional groups on highly technical issues involving mechanical product design and performance.
• Ability to organize, schedule, and execute engineering projects in a cross-functional environment.
• Basic understanding of statistics and six sigma methodology.
• Ability to summarize and present data effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced studies in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, project management, or product design.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, highly technical environment and deliver results under tight schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop a relationship between known contamination/defect and build/test processes using electrical testers and characterization tools.
• Perform coherent data analysis and develop transfer functions between contamination/defects and head performance CTQs.
• Collaborate with design and factory teams to establish coherency between contamination/defects and relevant process CTQs.
• Work with design and cleanliness teams to improve contamination/defect monitoring and screening at ISI and ET.

Benefits

• On-site café and nearby restaurants.
• On-site fully equipped fitness center with wellness programs and group workouts.
• Meditation rooms and indoor walking path for relaxation.
• Cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree