Manufacturing Process Integration (MPI) Senior Engineer

Seagate Technology • Bloomington, MN

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Process Integration (MPI) Senior Engineer will play a crucial role in the development and integration of new reader and writer technologies into manufacturing processes. This position involves collaboration with various teams to enhance manufacturability and performance, ensuring that new technologies are ready for volume production. The role requires strong communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to lead projects and troubleshoot complex engineering challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Computer Engineering, Materials, Physics, or Information Technology) with 5+ years of experience, or a master's degree with 3+ years of experience, or a PhD with 0+ years of experience, or equivalent experience and education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical subject matter.
• Ability to work in a clean room environment and be on-call for off-shift issues.
• Demonstrable ability to apply design of experiments and statistical process control techniques such as Minitab and JMP.
• Willingness to travel to international manufacturing sites occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the semiconductor/wafer fabrication and/or data storage product development environment.
• Experience with vacuum mill and etch processes, AI, and ML applications.
• Materials Science background.

Responsibilities

• Engage in the development of new reader and writer technologies, including Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR).
• Integrate new technologies into the factory and prepare for volume production.
• Specialize in a specific discipline within the new process launch space (e.g., litho, vacuum, plate, CMP, metrology).
• Communicate effectively with personnel from Directors to Technicians and Operators.
• Develop and deliver tactical direction on critical issues.
• Prepare and present documented results to various audiences.
• Design experiments to generate meaningful and accurate results.
• Contribute to daily troubleshooting of material, manufacturing process, and product design issues.
• Develop skills in Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Data Science.
• Support and develop automation using Microsoft Power Automate, Python, and OCAPs.

Benefits

• On-site cafe and nearby restaurants.
• Fully equipped fitness center with wellness programs and group workouts.
• Meditation rooms and indoor walking path.
• Cultural festivals and community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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