Senior Engineer Team Lead (Plating Process)

Seagate International Headquarters Pte. Ltd.; Kulai; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

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Job summary

Seagate's Johor facility is seeking a senior Process Engineer to lead HDD substrate manufacturing in ID/OD, grinding, and plating, ensuring process stability and product quality. You will drive yield, quality, and cost improvements through data-driven investigations, maintain bath health, and oversee a high-performing team of engineers and technicians.

Located in Johor Bahru, the role requires strong English and Bahasa Melayu communication, collaboration with global stakeholders, and a

Qualifications

• Strong leadership with experience building high-performing teams.
• Background in HDD substrate manufacturing or similar high-volume processes.
• Proven ability to improve yield, quality, cost, or cycle time.

Responsibilities

• Lead HDD substrate manufacturing in ID/OD, grinding, plating to meet specs.
• Drive yield, quality, and cost initiatives using data analysis and root-cause investigations.
• Manage process reliability, tool health, and preventive maintenance.
• Lead, coach, and develop engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Suppliers to meet targets.

Skills

Leadership

Process engineering

Data analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

English

Bahasa Melayu

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Statistical analysis

Job description

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, surface quality, and consistency required for advanced recording technologies. Our engineering teams partner closely with cross-functional and global stakeholders to drive operational excellence, support new technology adoption, and ensure scalable, high-volume manufacturing. We are committed to a culture of innovation, inclusion, and integrity, offering opportunities to make meaningful impact in a collaborative and diverse environment.

About the role - you will:

Lead and own the HDD substrate manufacturing process, ensuring process stability in ID/OD, grinding, and plating operations, process capability, product quality, and compliance with manufacturing and customer requirements.

Drive yield, quality, and cost improvement initiatives through data analysis, root cause investigations, process optimization, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Manage ID/OD, grind, and plating process reliability and controls, ensuring grinding and bath health, filtration performance, preventive maintenance effectiveness, and consistent plating performance.

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Process Engineers and Technicians, providing technical guidance, setting priorities, and building a high-performing engineering organization.

Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Suppliers to support production targets, qualify process changes, execute improvement projects, and deliver key business metrics including yield, uptime, cost savings, and customer satisfaction.

About you:

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Proven leader with a track record of building inclusive, high-performing teams and driving accountability.

Analytical and detail-oriented, with a structured, data-driven approach to problem-solving.

Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Solid foundation in process and/or equipment engineering in a manufacturing setting.

Fluent in English and Bahasa Melayu (written and spoken).

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

Your experience includes:

Working in high-volume manufacturing, preferably in grinding, plating, or similar processes like HDD substrate manufacturing.

Demonstrated results in improving yield, quality, cost, or cycle time.

Leading teams or technical groups to deliver business and operational outcomes.

Hands-on experience in process optimization, equipment engineering, or reliability improvement.

Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.

Ability to partner cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in a global environment.

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.

Imagine a work environment where your talent, abilities, skills and ideas are supported, taking you to incredible heights. The factors driving our success are our leadership, our team-oriented environment, rewards & recognitions, and the great opportunities for developing employees. Seagate is a fast-paced, exciting & high-tech company at the forefront of technology. We believe in honoring employees for their innovative spirit and outstanding performance. Founded in 1979, Seagate is the leading provider of hard drives and storage solutions. We employ more than 50,000 people around the world. See what's possible at Seagate!

Imagine a work environment where your talent, abilities, skills and ideas are supported, taking you to incredible heights. The factors driving our success are our leadership, our team-oriented environment, rewards & recognitions, and the great opportunities for developing employees. Seagate is a fast-paced, exciting & high-tech company at the forefront of technology. We believe in honoring employees for their innovative spirit and outstanding performance. Founded in 1979, Seagate is the leading provider of hard drives and storage solutions. We employ more than 50,000 people around the world. See what's possible at Seagate!

• Medical
• Education support
• Dental
• Parking
• Vision
• Employee Stock Purchase
• Learning Assistance
• Empl