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Sr Vacuum Equipment Engineer

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

7801 Computer Ave (Show on map)
Jan 27, 2026
About our group: This position will work with the Vacuum Equipment Engineering team in our Bloomington, MN facility to support the vacuum equipment used to build the recording heads that go into every Seagate Hard Disc Drive (HDD). Equipment Engineering is the backbone of Seagate's wafer manufacturing excellence. Our team ensures every piece of tooling on the factory floor operates at peak performance to fabricate the Magnetic Recording Heads that power Seagate's world-class HDDs.We combine proven equipment-control strategies with cutting-edge KPIV streamline systems to monitor equipment health in real time and take proactive, automated actions. We also manage the development and deployment of new wafer manufacturing tools. You will interact with a range of team members from technicians, operators, engineers, and management. And you will have the opportunity to share your knowledge and to learn from others on the team. Seagate believes this is critical to the growth of our employees, as well as our Company. About the role - you will: Be responsible for development and deployment of equipment (deposition, reactive etching, and annealing) within a manufacturing setting. Ownerships will change over time, allowing for professional growth Oversee manufacturing equipment issues (equipment scrap, MDA, cycle-time reduction, multiple-path maintenance) Develop factory automation system to improve tool performance (C#/ Python / R) Develop systematic and automated methods for tool controlling across multiple tools, including implementing streamline KPIV controls, Out-of-Control Action Plans (OCAPs), Preventive Maintenance plan (MP) instruction, equipment manufacturers' training plan and safety issues Use Six Sigma methodologies and techniques to maximize the tool performance or minimize the variability Evaluate, recommend and ensure the tools/parts/materials that are most appropriate and cost effective for the manufacture Oversee the installation, modification, upgrade, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment Maintain all equipment control documents and ensure congruency across Seagate's recording-head manufacturing sites Provide technical support to the manufacturing equipment repair and process engineering organizations Apply AI-driven workflows to improve operational excellence About you: Excellentwritten and verbal skills; ability to persuade and gain agreement with cross functionalteams Demonstrated ability to analyze data and perform KPIV analysis to predict tool performanceor catch tool excursion Must be willingto workafterhours on an "as need"basis Your experience includes: Wafer manufacturing and semiconductor productionequipment Knowledge of design of experiments (methods of design) Statistical analytic tools, Six Sigma, JMP orMinitab or other statistical software AI and Machine Learning Demonstratedhands-onfamiliarity with vacuum related tooling andprocessinglikephysical vapor deposition,chemical vapor deposition, atomic layer deposition,ion beammilling, ICP etching, or anneal technology in ahigh to ultra-highvacuumapplication Experience in computer hardware and/or programming GPA 3.0 or above Bachelor'sDegree inMaterial Science, Chemistry, Chemical & Electrical Engineering or Physicsand 5+ years of experience, orMaster'sdegree in the same and 3+ years of experience, or PHD and 0+ years of experience or equivalent education and experience Salary:The estimated base salary range for this position is: $92,300.00 - $131,900.00. The individual salary is based on work location andadditionalfactors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. Benefits:Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible employees, including, but not limited to, eligibility discretionary bonus, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short-and long-term disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, health savings account, dependentcareand healthcare spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12holidays;flexible time off providedpursuant toSeagate policy, a minimum of48 hoursof paid sick leave, and16 weeksof 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: Bloomington, MN (Onsite Monday - Friday during core business hours) OurMinnesotacampus spans two suburbs,Edinaand 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.Needto 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 ourmeditationroomsorsimply take a walk around our indoor walking path. On-site cultural festivals,celebrationsand community volunteer opportunities also abound. Location: Normandale, United States Travel: Up to 10%