Sustaining Engineer - Early Career

About the role

You will support and maintain processes for our latest designs during off-shift hours. Gain exposure to a broad range of cleanroom technologies, with opportunities to develop expertise in areas such as deposition, etch, chemical mechanical polishing (CMP), photolithography, and other advanced integration processes. Apply problem-solving techniques to address operational issues, optimize wafer flows, and reduce cycle time and scrap. Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers and specialists from diverse technical backgrounds. Investigate root causes of process failures, coordinate experiments, and perform in-depth data analysis. Engage in hands-on wafer inspection, troubleshooting, and resolution of process issues with frequent presence on the factory floor.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain processes for our latest designs during off-shift hours.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of cleanroom technologies.
• Develop expertise in areas such as deposition, etch, chemical mechanical polishing (CMP), photolithography, and other advanced integration processes.
• Apply problem-solving techniques to address operational issues, optimize wafer flows, and reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers and specialists from diverse technical backgrounds.
• Investigate root causes of process failures, coordinate experiments, and perform in-depth data analysis.
• Engage in hands-on wafer inspection, troubleshooting, and resolution of process issues with frequent presence on the factory floor.

Requirements

• Exposure to semiconductor processes such as lithography, etch, plating, film deposition or metrology.
• Hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques, such as SEM, AFM, optical microscopy, etc.
• Familiarity with coding or scripting for data analysis and automation.
• Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, able to work independently and have a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work in a mix of clean room and laboratory environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across shifts with a diverse team of engineers and specialists.
• Well-organized multitasker, able to balance day-to-day wafer processing needs with longer-term development work.
• Eager to grow and develop professionally for long-term career advancement.
• Available to work a 10-hour off-shift schedule. Shift hours are Monday - Thursday, 2:30 PM to 12:30 AM.

Skills

• Problem-solving techniques.
• Data analysis and automation skills.
• Hands-on experience with materials and device characterization techniques.
• Knowledge of semiconductor processes and cleanroom technologies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-and long-term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts.
• Paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off provided pursuant to Seagate policy, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• On-site amenities such as an on-site café, fitness center, meditation rooms, indoor walking path, cultural festivals, celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities.

Pay

The estimated base salary range for this position is $66,000 - $79,000. The individual salary is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Shift hours are Monday - Thursday, 2:30 PM to 12:30 AM.