Sr Engineer (Slider Process Technology Development, New Cleaning Process)

Job description

About our group: We are a dynamic engineering team at the Seagate Korat Slider Factory, driving process development innovation to support next-generation storage products. We are looking for a passionate, skilled engineer to lead the development of a New Cleaning System tailored for new, optimized form-factor products. This role is critical in ensuring surface quality, cleanliness performance, and equipment readiness to meet the stringent demands of next-gen manufacturing. About the role - you will: • Lead the design and development of cleaning processes and equipment tools specifically tailored for handling and processing miniaturized or new form factor components • Define cleaning requirements, methods (e.g., ultrasonic, brush, chemical, DI water), and tooling strategies based on product design and contamination control specifications • Collaborate with suppliers and internal equipment teams to develop or modify cleaning platforms and tooling interfaces to support form factor transitions • Validate cleaning performance through DOE, surface analysis, and particle/contamination testing using techniques like optical, AFM and SEM inspection • Conduct root cause analysis and implement improvements for cleaning-related defects or process instability • Document process specifications, operating procedures, and qualification protocols for cross-functional alignment About you: • Bachelor’s or higher degree in Chemical, Material, and/or relevant engineering discipline • Strong knowledge of cleaning process fundamentals, contamination control, and mechanical tooling design • Experience in high-precision or high-purity manufacturing environments (e.g., semiconductor, hard disk, electronics) • Familiarity with brushing, ultrasonic cleaning, chemical compatibility, and surface preparation techniques • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills using data-driven approaches • Capable of leading projects independently and collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams • Effective in communicating technical details and driving project milestones Your experience includes: • Hands-on experience with cleaning systems and tooling for miniature or fragile components • Familiarity with surface cleanliness metrology tools and statistical process control Location: Our Korat facility is our largest manufacturing site worldwide. Here, our team produces cloud-based storage equipment, from individual storage components to finished drives. Employees enjoy ample on-site parking, free shuttle vans and buses within the city of Korat, as well as transportation to and from Bangkok and Khon Kaen province on weekends. At work, you can grab a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks at one of our 24/7 on-site canteens or coffee shops. We offer table tennis, basketball, volleyball, a running/walking trail, and exercise classes in our on-site fitness center. In addition, there are relaxing spaces with comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors, perfect for taking a break during the day. Additionally, consider joining any of our employee resource groups (ERGs), such as Seagate Women in Leadership Network (SWLN), Seagate PRIDE: Thailand chapter, or Seagate Asia’s parents and caregivers group. We also have many on-site recreation events and opportunities to give back to the local community. Location : Korat Thailand Travel : None