Engineer, Test Process

Seagate Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Seagate Technology in Singapore seeks a Test Process Engineer to sustain backend manufacturing processes, monitor daily yield, SPC trends, scrap, and key process indicators. You will drive DOE studies, process characterization, Gage R&R, and Cp/Cpk analyses to ensure quality.

You will partner with equipment, automation, and quality teams to optimize recipes, develop PFMEA and control plans, support NPI builds and qualification activities, and push continuous improvement initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline as listed.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing with SPC, DOE, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with metrology tools and precision measurement systems.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and problem solving frameworks.
• Experience in Visual C++ and Assembly programming.

Responsibilities

• Own and sustain critical backend manufacturing processes and monitor yield, SPC trends, scrap, and KPIs.
• Perform structured root cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC) to resolve issues.
• Lead DOE, process characterization, Gage R&R, Cp/Cpk studies.
• Collaborate with equipment and automation teams to optimize recipes and reduce failures.
• Develop and release PFMEA, control plans, and process documentation.
• Support NPI builds, engineering trials, tool conversions, and IQ/OQ/PQ activities.
• Evaluate robustness, introduce new materials, and drive quality improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement projects for yield, cycle time, and cost.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Statistics

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Structured data-driven approach

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in electrical engineering

Tools

Metrology tools

Characterization techniques

Precision measurement systems

Lean / Six Sigma

Visual C++ & Assembly

Python (statistics)

JMP / Minitab

Job description

Seagate Manufacturing Singapore (SMS) is a manufacturing site that is responsible for the final stages of HDD manufacturing, including product testing, quality assurance, and shipment readiness. SMS plays a critical role in ensuring every drive meets stringent quality, reliability, and customer requirements before leaving the factory.

The Test Process Engineering team at Seagate ManufacturingSingapore supports manufacturing test processes, including PCB installation, automated testing systems, final visual mechanical inspection (VMI), and packaging processes. Working closely with operations, equipment engineering, automation, industrial engineering, and quality teams to ensure high yield, cost efficient, and robust manufacturing performance.

Our team drives process capability improvements, statistical analysis, DOE studies, and qualification activities to support both high volume manufacturing and new product introduction (NPI).

About the role - you will:

• Own and sustain critical backend manufacturing processes—monitor daily yield, SPC trends, scrap, and key process indicators.
• Perform structured root cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, DMAIC) to resolve process excursions and chronic issues.
• Lead design of experiments (DOE), process characterization, Gage R&R, and capability (Cp/Cpk) studies.
• Partner with equipment and automation teams to drive process equipment optimization, recipe refinement, and failure mode reduction.
• Develop and release process documentation, work instructions, PFMEA, and control plans aligned with Seagate’s quality system.
• Support NPI builds, engineering trials, tool conversions, and qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Evaluate process robustness, introduce new materials/consumables, and work with suppliers on quality and performance improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on yield uplift, cycle time reduction, cost improvements, and process digitization.

About you:

• Strong analytical, statistics, and problem solving skills.
• Detail oriented with a structured, data driven approach.
• Hands on, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Collaborative communicator across multi functional teams.

Your experience includes:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical Electronics, Materials, Physics, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing with SPC, DOE, process optimization, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with metrology tools, characterization techniques, and precision measurement systems.
• Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma tools and problem solving frameworks.
• Experience in Visual C+ & Assembly Programming

You might also have:

• Experience in HDD, semiconductor, or precision engineering industries.
• Exposure to JMP/Minitab, data analytics tools, or Python for statistical analysis.
• Experience leading cross functional improvement projects.
• Understanding of automation interfaces, equipment process interactions, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Location:

Seagate Singapore (W1 Manufacturing Sites) - Seagate Singapore hosts advanced HDD manufacturing with world class infrastructure, including fully equipped cafeterias, wellness facilities, sports activities, employee events, technical learning platforms, and community engagement programs.

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

Seagate is powered by our talented andpassionate workforce of 29,000 employees across the globe who embody our core values: integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Striving towards excellence every single day, we show up with these values for our customers, business partners, shareholders, and communities alike.

Join us and get inspired to make a difference in the datasphere!

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