PCBA Process Development Engineering Intern

Seagate Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Recreation rooms

Badminton courts

Table tennis

Yoga classes

Zumba classes

Hobby groups (photography, gardening,

Job summary

Seagate Technology Singapore Shugart site is seeking an SMT Process Development Engineer to design, implement and optimize PCB assembly processes for Seagate products. You will work with design, quality and manufacturing teams to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions.

You will drive continuous improvement using SPC, DOE, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, ensuring high yield, quality, and cycle-time reduction while maintaining IPC standards.

Qualifications

• Electrical, Electronics, Manufacturing, or related engineering degree required.
• Hands-on, independent work style in fast-paced environment.
• Strong ownership, problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize SMT processes (paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, inspection).
• Establish process parameters like stencil design and reflow profiles.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost yield, quality, and cycle time.
• Monitor quality, analyze defects, and implement corrective actions per IPC standards.
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation; support NPI.

Skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPC

DOE

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

About our group:

Our engineering team develops and qualifies printed circuit board (PCB) designs and PCBA assembly processes for electronics used across Seagate products, including hard disk drive assemblies. We partner closely with Hardware Engineering, product design, quality, manufacturing, and external suppliers to develop PCB land patterns, introduce new components and processes, and ensure robust, manufacturable solutions that meet product and industry requirements.

About the role - you will:

• Process Development & Optimization

• • Design, implement, and optimize SMT processes including solder paste printing, pick-and-place, reflow, and inspection.
  • Establish process parameters such as stencil design, reflow profiles, and placement accuracy.

• Process Improvement

• • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, quality, and cycle time.
  • Conduct DOE, SPC, and capability analysis for process control.

• Quality Assurance

• • Monitor production quality and ensure compliance with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001).
  • Analyze defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

• Documentation & Standardization

• • Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation.
  • Support NPI activities including process qualification and validation.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• • Work closely with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure product reliability and manufacturability.
  • Provide feedback for DFM/DFT improvements.

About you:

• Study in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.
• Hands-on, resourceful, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Results-oriented and meticulous, with strong ownership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across functions, sites, and supplier organizations.

Your experience includes:

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Experience with SPC, DOE, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies
• Ability to analyze yield data and drive improvements
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

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. Take an active break at our badminton courts, table tennis tables, in-house gym, and recreation rooms. Our yoga and Zumba classes are very popular. We also offer classes and interest groups in photography, gardening, and foreign languages, and have various on-site celebrations, and community volunteer opportunities.

Location: Shugart, Singapore
Travel: None

About Us

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!

Seagate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, religion, military and veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records EEO Know Your Rights Poster

Seagate will provide reasonable accommodationwith the application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you need assistance oraccommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].