Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment Engineering

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert for HGA manufacturing equipment and processes to ensure maximum uptime and throughput
• Design and implement hardware enhancements and process control strategies to improve yield and precision
• Lead development of Preventative and Predictive Maintenance programs to minimize unscheduled downtime
• Collaborate with automation teams on HMI refinement, sensor integration, and real-time monitoring
• Perform deep-dive root cause analysis for equipment malfunctions using 8D, DMAIC, or Fishbone methodologies
• Analyze physical defect data to identify relationships between equipment parameters and product quality
• Lead cross-functional equipment upgrade projects from conception through IQ/OQ/PQ qualification
• Execute data-driven improvements to reduce scrap and optimize cycle times

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Computer, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing process engineering, equipment maintenance, or automation
• Strong knowledge of Control Systems and PLC logic (Beckhoff, Siemens, or Allen Bradley)
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and failure analysis (DOE, FMEA, or Six Sigma)
• Hands-on experience with Industrial IoT (IIoT) and sensor integration
• Ability to manage and query databases using SQL/NoSQL
• Proficiency with data visualization tools like Spotfire, Tableau, or PowerBI

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in high-precision electronics or HDD/HGA industry
• Familiarity with Robotics (ROS 2) and Computer Vision
• Experience with AI-driven predictive maintenance
• Proactive approach to Kaizen and continuous improvement