Application Chemist

Material Science Lab is part of the Research and Development facilities located in Shugart building to support all HDD and some non-HDD material related selection, qualification, failure analysis, etc. The function of the lab includes performing components level material, pro-active qualification for new products and performing drive failure analysis to improve the drives quality and robustness. We work closely with cross sites, cross functional team on many projects.

About the role - you will:

1. Explore and evaluate materials, support components and drive analysis in terms of organic contamination related area. Investigates, develops, and improvises organic methods and techniques to resolve organic issues.
2. Develop solutions to technical problems through the application of materials science and engineering principles, theories, and concepts. Investigates and tests drives/components level for organic issues.
3. Work on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments. This job is a fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
4. Operate and maintain Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) – Auto Thermal Desorption (ATD) equipment.

About you:

1. Effective communication and good interpersonal skills to work within and with other related departments in Seagate or suppliers, etc.
2. Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work with multiple priorities.
3. Strong team player, collaborative approach and resourceful.
4. Meticulous personality, self-motivated and able to work independently.
5. Strong analytical skills, able to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.

Your experience includes:

Job requires at least a degree (Bachelor) in Applied Sciences especially Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering field. Preferable with relevant Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) experience (i.e., operation, troubleshooting & analysis).

Location:

The Shugart site (named after Seagate’s founder, Al Shugart) is a research and design center. Easily accessible from the One-North MRT Station, many employees choose to take mass transportation to work. Being a purpose-built building, The Shugart has excellent employee recreational facilities.

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