Wafer Process Development Engineer (Entry Level)

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About our group:

Do you want to work on cutting edge technology that pushes the limits of what an industry can do? You will have the exciting opportunity to help push the areal density of Seagate recording heads in our Wafer Process Development team. Our team's mission is to develop new processes for state-of-the-art recording technology which encompasses all disciplines employed in semiconductor wafer processes performed in a clean room environment.

About the role - you will:

• Maintain processes for our latest designs during the off shift.
• Become familiar with a broad range of clean room technologies and will be given the opportunity to develop skills in several areas (including vacuum, CMP and/or photolithography technologies).
• Apply problem solving techniques to resolve operational issues with wafer unit processes and development of wafer flows to reduce wafer cycle time and scrap.
• Work with and learn from a team of experienced engineers and specialists with various backgrounds.
• Investigate root causes of process failures, coordinate execution of experiments, and conduct in-depth data analysis.
• Participate in hands-on investigation and resolution of process issues with frequent factory-floor presence.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

About you:

• Able to work a 12-hour off-shift schedule alternating between 3 days on/4 days off and 4 days on/3 days off each week. Shift will be weekend overnights (3:30pm-3:30am) Thursday - Sunday.
• Communicate and work effectively across shifts with a diverse group of engineers and specialists.
• Self-motivated, independent worker with demonstrate strong work ethic.
• Learn quickly and adapt to the changing needs of a fast-paced development program
• Clear written and verbal communication of results and issues
• Understand teamwork and are able work across shifts and across departments
• Attention to detail and execution
• Desire to develop your abilities for long-term growth potential

Your experience includes:

• Preference will be given to those with relevant hands-on work or intern experience and knowledge in one or more semiconductor processes: lithography, etch, plating, film deposition or metrology.
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry or Physics or related field with 0-2 years of experience.

Location:

Our Normandale campus spans two Minnesota 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 café, 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. Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees; including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, annual variable pay bonus, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, flexible and dependent care spending accounts, health care spending account, flexible time off/vacation, paid holidays and paid parental leave.

Location : Normandale, United States Travel : None