About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About our group:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Calibri', sans-serif"><p><span>The Staff Engineer in PTD Metrology is responsible for driving Seagate’s HOC technology roadmap and supporting new product development by establishing advanced metrology capabilities for ultra-thin film characterization, including XRF, Ellipsometry, XRR, Raman, and Micro-XRF. This role ensures strong alignment between technology development maturity, product roadmap requirements, and execution timelines. The engineer will lead development programs and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver robust and reliable metrology solutions to the production environment.</span><span> </span></p></span></span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About the role - you will:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Calibri', sans-serif"><div> <p><span>Key Responsibilities:</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul> <li><span>Lead the development of HOC thickness metrology for DLC and other thin film coatings</span> </li> <li><span>Perform, optimize, and standardize measurements using XRF, Ellipsometry, XRR, and Raman, Micro-XRF</span> </li> <li><span>Improve measurement accuracy, repeatability, and Gage R&R performance</span> </li> <li><span>Support process development teams in coating optimization and yield improvement</span> </li> <li><span>Drive cross-platform correlation across XRF, XRR, Ellipsometry, Raman, and Micro-XRF</span> </li> <li><span>Enhance metrology capabilities to meet technology roadmap requirements</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>Roadmap Alignment:</span> </p> <ul> <li><span>Align cross-functional roadmaps (process, equipment, materials, and integration) to ensure synchronized delivery of required capabilities; translate product requirements into actionable metrology development plans</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>Cross-functional Leadership:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Collaborate with global HOC teams, cross-functional partners, and external vendors to ensure metrology solutions are ready</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>Metrology Definition & Risk Management:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Define KPIVs and KPOVs for metrology, and lead risk and gap management activities using FMEA</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Perform root cause analysis and proactively identify risks impacting technology readiness and product schedules</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>System Development & Deployment:</span></p> <ul> <li><span>Design, develop, and demonstrate metrology systems that meet process and production requirements</span><span> </span></li> </ul> </div></span></span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About you:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Calibri', sans-serif"><div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher degrees in STEM (Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field)</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in technology development, process integration, or thin-film products within manufacturing environments (e.g., HDD, semiconductor, or similar industries)</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in Project management and cross-functional coordination</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Hands-on experience with XRF, Ellipsometry, XRR, or Raman metrology techniques</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Solid understanding of nano-scale thickness measurement (Å–nm scale)</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in thin-film modeling and data analysis</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Proficiency in data analysis methodologies, including Six Sigma and root cause analysis</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p><span>Preferred Qualifications:</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Experience in DLC or semiconductor coating processes and thin-film metrology</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Knowledge of SPC, Gage R&R, and metrology system control</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div></span></span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Your experience includes:</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Calibri', sans-serif"><div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Knowledge of advanced data analytics and modeling tools, including Six Sigma methodologies</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Data-driven decision-making mindset, leveraging structured analysis and quantitative metrics to guide priorities and actions</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Proficiency in data analysis tools such as JMP, Minitab, and KNIME</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and diverse technical teams</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Proactively identifies and mitigates risks impacting project delivery and execution timelines</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <p><span>Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise, and executive-ready messages</span><span> </span></p> </li> </ul> </div></span></span></span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Location:</b></H2> </div><div><p><div> <p><span>Our Korat facility is our largest manufacturing site worldwide, with more than 10,000 employees. Here, our team produces cloud-based storage equipment, from individual storage components to finished drives. Employees enjoy ample on-site parking, free shuttle vans and buses within the city of Korat, as well as transportation to and from Bangkok and Khon Kaen province on weekends. At work, you can grab a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks at one of our 24/7 on-site canteens or coffee shops. We offer table tennis, basketball, volleyball, a running/walking trail, and exercise classes in our on-site fitness center. In addition, there are relaxing spaces with comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors, perfect for taking a break during the day.</span><span> </span></p> </div> <div> <p><span>Additionally, consider joining any of our employee resource groups (ERGs), such as Seagate Women in Leadership Network (SWLN), Seagate PRIDE: Thailand chapter, or Seagate Asia’s parents and caregivers group. We also have many on-site recreation events and opportunities to give back to the local community.</span><span> </span></p> </div></p> <p> </p> <p><b>Location</b>: Korat Thailand<br> <b>Travel</b>: None</p></div></div></div>