Wafer Sustaining Engineer I - Early Career

At Seagate, you will join a worldwide team of talented people collaborating to redefine what digital storage is and what it can be. Seagate leads the industry in research and development, and our digital storage solutions allow people the freedom to access their content anytime, anywhere.

About the role

As a Wafer Sustaining Engineer, you will play a crucial role in optimizing and maintaining the manufacturing processes for R&D Engineering and Process Engineering. This entry-level position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and innovation, including training and exposure to all engineering disciplines, Physics, Chemistry, and Materials Science.

• Perform daily troubleshooting and evaluation of suspect wafers and processes.
• Work with process technicians, engineers, maintenance, and operations employees to resolve factory and product issues; often requires spending time in a Class 100 cleanroom.
• Ensure proper passdown and process documentation is made and report to management the status of key factory issues including problems and potential problems.
• Conduct SPC monitoring of tools, investigate scrap root causes, and address factory inhibitors.
• Provide technician, trainer, and operator training for the manufacturing team.
• Review tool qualifications with equipment engineering.
• Leverage Microsoft Teams Channels for frontline communication with Operations, Facilities, Engineering, and Equipment Management, including knowledge capture, executive communication, and passdown communication.
• Improve factory documentation that includes control management and event management.
• Drive best-in-class frontline communication and documentation with MS Teams and MS SharePoint.
• Leverage data analytics: simple trending, data modeling, identifying deviations, and dashboard deployment using JMP, Excel, and Power BI.
• Drive workflow automation and engineering efficiency.
• Assist Research & Development teams with the advancement of technology.
• Initiate and coordinate projects to improve manufacturing and wafer build efficiency.
• Work with state-of-the-art nanofabrication equipment and measurement instrumentation.
• Develop specialization aligned with career interests.
• Take on significant engineering responsibility and work on cutting-edge technology.
• Work closely with colleagues, including engineers, technicians, and production teams, to achieve production targets and resolve technical issues.
• Stay updated with the latest manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement quality control procedures that meet industry standards and customer requirements.
• Continuously analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Show interest in developing skills in Machine Learning, Generative AI, and Data Science.
• Support and develop automation with training using Microsoft Power Automate, Python, and OCAPs.

In the first 6 months, you will spend a significant portion of your time training with Process Engineers and Technicians, as well as training on JMP, MS Teams, MS SharePoint, Process Tool Operation, and Wafer Build.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills and presentation skills.
• BS degree in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Position may require limited/occasional travel.

Benefits

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including:

• Eligibility to participate in a discretionary bonus program.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan.
• Health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts.
• Paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.
• On-site café, fully equipped fitness center, wellness programs, 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

This position is on D Shift (Friday - Sunday and every other Thursday from 4:00 pm to 4:00 am). These hours are subject to change with or without notice at the sole discretion of Seagate.

Location

Our Bloomington, MN campus (Normandale) spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, the campus offers an on-site café, fitness center, meditation rooms, indoor walking path, and various cultural and volunteer opportunities.