Development Engineer - Early Career

Seagate Technology; Normandale (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Sick time

Flexible time off

401(k)

Job summary

Seagate Technology in Normandale (Edina/Bloomington area) is seeking a Development Engineer - Early Career to join the Wafer Process Development team. You will support and maintain cutting-edge semiconductor processes, gain exposure to deposition, etch, CMP, and photolithography, and work across shifts to optimize wafer flows and reduce scrap.

You will investigate root causes of failures, coordinate experiments, and perform in-depth data analysis while collaborating with a diverse engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or Physics required.
• Experience with semiconductor processes and data analysis scripting is a plus.
• Able to analyze data and communicate results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain processes for latest designs during off-shift hours.
• Gain exposure to cleanroom technologies (deposition, etch, CMP, photolithography).
• Apply problem-solving to optimize wafer flows and reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across shifts.
• Investigate root causes of process failures and coordinate experiments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process issues on the factory floor.

Skills

Data analysis

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or Physics

Tools

Scripting for data analysis

Job description

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, flex time, 401(k)

Oct 14, 2026

Job Description

Development Engineer - Early Career

Posting Start Date: 10/12/26

Requisition Id: 15178

About our group

Are you excited by cutting‑edge technology that pushes industry boundaries? Join our Wafer Process Development team, where you'll help advance the areal density of Seagate recording heads. Our mission is to develop innovative processes for state‑of‑the‑art recording technologies, spanning all disciplines used in semiconductor wafer processing within a cleanroom environment.

About the role - you will

• Support and maintain processes for our latest designs during off‑shift hours.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of cleanroom technologies, with opportunities to develop expertise in areas such as deposition, etch, chemical mechanical polishing (CMP), and photolithography.
• Apply problem‑solving techniques to address operational issues, optimize wafer flows, and reduce cycle time and scrap.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers and specialists from diverse technical backgrounds.
• Investigate root causes of process failures, coordinate experiments, and perform in‑depth data analysis.
• Engage in hands‑on troubleshooting and resolution of process issues with frequent presence on the factory floor.

About you

• Willing and able to work in a cleanroom environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across shifts with a diverse team of engineers and specialists.
• Available to work a 12‑hour off‑shift schedule, alternating weekly between 3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off. Shift hours are Thursday‑Sunday, 3:30 PM to 3:30 AM.
• Self‑motivated and independent, with a strong work ethic.
• Quick learner who can adapt to the fast‑paced nature of development programs.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication of results and issues.
• Team‑oriented, with the ability to work across shifts and departments.
• Detail‑oriented with strong execution skills.
• Eager to grow and develop professionally for long‑term career advancement.
• Strong data analysis and critical thinking skills.

Your experience includes

• Exposure to semiconductor processes such as lithography, etch, plating, film deposition or metrology.
• Familiarity with coding or scripting for data analysis and automation.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or related field.

Location

Our Normandale campus spans two suburbs, Edina and Bloomington, and serves as the Recording Head development and manufacturing arm of Seagate. Located in the heart of a bustling community, Seagate offers an on‑site cafe, or if you prefer, you can drive to one of many restaurants just minutes away. Need to grab a gift over lunch time? Shopping is abundant in the area. If working out is your thing, the on‑site fully equipped fitness center hosts wellness programs, outdoor activities, tournaments and group workouts. Looking for something more laid back? Reset in one of our meditation rooms, or simply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On‑site cultural festivals, celebrations and community volunteer opportunities also abound.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $79,000. The individual salary is based on work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including, but not limited to, eligibility to participate in discretionary bonus program, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependent care, and healthcare spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, flexible time off provided pursuant to Seagate policy, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave. The benefits for this position are based on a full‑time schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location.

Location: Normandale, United States
Travel: None

Information at a Glance

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 and passionate 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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