Mid-Level Engineer (HDD Substrate Frontend)

Seagate Technology; Kulai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Seagate Technology in Johor Bahru is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Engineer to lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs for high‑volume manufacturing. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, drive reliability improvements, and support safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience, a Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Effective communication and collaboration across teams.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented problem solving.
• Self‑driven with ownership and accountability.
• Adaptable and resilient in fast‑paced manufacturing environments.
• Solid foundation in EHS and equipment engineering.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation equipment problems.
• Lead equipment breakdown investigations and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring failures.
• Monitor equipment performance, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, and OEE.
• Identify and implement equipment improvements to enhance reliability, productivity, quality, and safety.
• Strengthen EHS compliance and audit readiness.
• Provide technical EHS support to Engineering and Operations teams.
• Ensure equipment complies with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Support new equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and production ramp‑up.
• Manage equipment spare parts and ensure availability of critical components.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers for maintenance and tech support.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Ownership

Adaptable

EHS knowledge

English fluent

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Our Group

Seagate’s Johor site is a strategic hub within our global manufacturing network, delivering high-quality disk media that underpin our data storage solutions. The ID/OD, grinding, and plating operations are critical to achieving the precision and consistency required for advanced recording technologies. Our engineering teams work closely with cross-functional and global partners to drive operational excellence, improve process capability, and support new technology introduction. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and integrity, providing opportunities to develop technical expertise while contributing to impactful, high-volume manufacturing.

About The Role - You Will

• Plan, implement, and improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related equipment problems.
• Lead equipment breakdown investigations and perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring failures.
• Monitor equipment performance, downtime, MTBF, MTTR, and OEE.
• Identify and implement equipment improvements to enhance reliability, productivity, quality, and safety.
• Strengthen EHS compliance and audit readiness
• Provide technical EHS support to Engineering and Operations team
• Ensure equipment complies with safety, operational, and regulatory requirements.
• Support new equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and production ramp-up.
• Manage equipment spare parts and ensure availability of critical components.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers for equipment maintenance and technical support.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to technicians

About You

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and functions.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, with a structured approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Self-driven and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Solid technical foundation in EHS and equipment engineering.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical , Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Your Experience Includes

• At least 2 to 4 years of relevant working expertise in Equipment maintenance engineering
• Hands‑on working background in high‑volume manufacturing environments, preferably in precision machining (ID/OD), grinding, plating, or similar processes like HDD substrate manufacturing.
• Capability of process troubleshooting, optimization, or equipment engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and implement improvements in yield, quality, or efficiency.
• Working with cross‑functional teams to deliver operational results.

Location:

Located in Johor Bahru’s technology park, our office is one of the largest electronics component manufacturers in Johor. On site, we encourage employees to lead active and healthy lives. The facility provides a cafeteria offering healthier menu options. Employees have fun and build strong relationships by participating in many sports, recreation and cultural activities like badminton, soccer and chess tournaments. We’re also proud to give back to the greater Johor community through many STEM volunteer activities.

Location

Johor, Malaysia

Travel

None