Equipment Engineering Specialist III

Seagate Technology
Fremont, CA
About Our Group

We are the backbone of Seagate’s media development and technology integration efforts, specializing in sputter deposition coating systems. Our team ensures equipment reliability, performance validation, and process optimization for breakthrough storage technologies. Collaborating globally, we deliver solutions that enable the future of data management.

Equipment Engineering Specialists follow the standard Seagate Technology Sputter Shift model, which supports our 24/7 operations for media manufacturing and R&D activities. Sputter operations rely on a compressed shift structure to maintain continuous equipment coverage and technician availability.

Day And Night Shift Structure

  • Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Hours may vary slightly by department.)
  • We are currently recruiting for 3 Equipment Engineering specialist III roles.

  • A‑Shift (Days): 1 position
  • B‑Shift (Nights): 1 position
  • C‑Shift (Days): 1 position
About The Role - You Will

  • Support routine vacuum system operation, basic maintenance, and equipment readiness activities for R&D applications.
  • Assist with system reconfigurations, staging, and materials movement under direction from senior staff.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical and vacuum-related issues and escalate complex problems to senior specialists or engineers.
  • Follow established cleanroom, safety, and operational procedures to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
  • Maintain documentation for maintenance activities, part usage, and equipment status updates.

About You

  • Safety-Focused – You consistently follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, controlled work environment.
  • Team-Oriented – You communicate effectively and collaborate with engineers, technologists, and equipment operators.
  • Eager to Learn – You adapt quickly to changing priorities and are motivated to develop your technical skills through hands-on experience.

Your Experience Includes

  • Basic understanding of vacuum system operation and general mechanical or electrical maintenance.
  • Familiarity with common vacuum components such as pumps, seals, and gauges.
  • Ability to perform routine material handling, inventory checks, and simple equipment adjustments.
  • Willingness and ability to work 11.5‑hour shifts.
  • Day and Night Shift Structure:
  • Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Hours may vary slightly by department.)
  • Ability to travel locally on occasion.

You Might Also Have

  • Experience supporting manufacturing or equipment engineering teams.
  • Exposure to sputter deposition systems or similar high‑vacuum tools.
  • Interest in developing troubleshooting skills for automation or equipment control systems.

Location:

Our Gold LEED-certified Fremont product-design campus drives innovation, bringing together a diverse set of engineering, design, operations, support and administrative teams. The site is equipped with state-of-the-art clean room and lab space. On-site social activities are popular, including our annual BBQ, ice cream social, and holiday events. Wellness programs, gaming rooms and the on-site fitness center help round out and balance your Seagate work-life experience, along with opportunities to give back to our local community.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $28.11$40.00/hr. The individual base wage 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 medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability; discretionary bonus eligibility; 401(k); employee stock purchase plan; flexible and dependent care spending accounts; and health care spending accounts. Seagate also offers paid time off, including 12 holidays, 120 hours of vacation, a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave. Benefits are based on a full-time schedule and may vary by location and tenure.

Location : Fremont USA Research Center

Travel : None
Posted 2026-01-26

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