The key responsibilities include ensuring yield and quality meet Media Operation goals, monitoring indicators for abnormalities, troubleshooting issues, and coordinating evaluations with minimal supervision. The role also involves managing new product ramping during NPI transfers, identifying potential issues related to yield and quality, collaborating with other teams to address interaction defects, offering guidance to new engineers, and driving specific projects aimed at improving yield, quality, and utilization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain yield and quality that align with the Media Operation goal and target.
• Monitor the yield and quality indicators to make sure there are no abnormalities, and do troubleshooting for any issues related to yield and quality.
• Coordinate any evaluation related to yield and quality with minimum supervision.
• Accountable for new product ramping during NPI transfer.
• Identify potential yield, quality, and sputter utilization issues for the new product and work closely with related parties to solve the issues in the beginning stage.
• Work closely with other areas to solve any interaction defect issues.
• Provide guidance during working time and share experience with new engineers.
• Drive or handle specific projects for yield/quality or utilization improvement.

The role focuses on planning and coordinating sputter system activities, ensuring process compliance, and troubleshooting issues to improve utilization, yield, and quality. It involves leading Sputter Process Improvement Projects and supervising as well as training technicians and engineering specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan, coordinate, and follow up on sputter systems start-up/conversion activities and process documentation.
• To audit sputter parameters and practice periodically, include online SPC and procedure conformance.
• To lead sputter process-related issues troubleshooting (common causes), work closely with the shift process team in sputter process sustaining, troubleshooting & improvement to achieve sputter utilization (downtime), yield & quality goals.
• To lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), which include new products/machines/process qualification.
• To lead, supervise, and coach/train process tech, including engineering specialists and characterize technicians.
• Responsible for sputter process-related issues troubleshooting (common causes), working closely with the Shift process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement to achieve sputter utilization (downtime) & quality goals.
• Responsible for leading and coaching/training process tech, including engineering specialists and characterization technicians. Responsible for training and sharing the PMR/DS sputter process and yield improvement knowledge with the team.
• Responsible for sputter parameters monitoring, including online SPC monitoring and procedure conformance.
• Responsible for sputter machine start-up, including process characterization (new products & process changes).
• Responsible for new products/machines/process qualification.
• Responsible for sputter process improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others).
• Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely
• Follow safety and health rules
• Responsible for assisting in sputter yield-related issues troubleshooting (common causes).
• Work closely with Anelva yield team in sputter yield sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to achieve the sputter yield goal. This includes 0725 Operation Yield Improvement.
• The other supervisor assigned tasks.
• Improve Media magnetic baseline: ACC%, and enable process stability and repeatability via recipe tuning and optimization.
• Responsible for new product qualifications.  

The role involves planning and coordinating sputter system start-up and conversions, auditing sputter parameters for compliance, and troubleshooting process-related issues with the team to enhance sputter utilization, yield, and quality. It includes leading Sputter Process Improvement Projects, supervising and training process technicians, and managing long-term improvement initiatives while ensuring safety and adherence to health regulations. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by other supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan, coordinate, and follow-up on sputter systems start-up/conversion activities and process documentation. 
• To audit sputter parameters and practice periodically, include online SPC and procedure conformance.
• To lead sputter process-related issues troubleshooting (common causes), work closely with shift process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to achieve sputter utilization (downtime), yield & quality goal.
• To initiate and lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), which include new products/machines/process qualification.
• To lead, supervise and coach/train process tech & SE, including engineering specialists and characterize technicians.
• Responsible for long-term improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others). Others include FMEA.
• Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely.
• Follow safety and health rules.
• The other supervisor assigned tasks.

The role focuses on planning and coordinating sputter system activities, ensuring process compliance, and troubleshooting issues to improve utilization, yield, and quality. It involves leading Sputter Process Improvement Projects and supervising as well as training technicians and engineering specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan, coordinate, and follow up on sputter systems start-up/conversion activities and process documentation. 
• To audit sputter parameters and practice periodically, include online SPC and procedure conformance.
• To lead sputter process-related issues troubleshooting (common causes), work closely with the shift process team in sputter process sustaining, troubleshooting & improvement to achieve sputter utilization (downtime), yield & quality goals.
• To initiate and lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), which include new products/machines/process qualification.
• To lead, supervise, and coach/train process tech & SE, including engineering specialists and characterize technicians.
• Responsible for leading junior engineers in sputter process-related issues troubleshooting (common causes), working closely with the Shift process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement to achieve sputter utilization (downtime) & quality goals.
• Responsible for leading, coaching/training process techs & new SEs, including engineering specialists and characterize technicians. Responsible for training and sharing the PMR/DS sputter process and yield improvement knowledge with the team.
• Responsible for leading junior engineers in sputter parameters monitoring, including online SPC monitoring and procedure conformance.
• Responsible for leading junior engineers in sputter machine start-up, including process characterization (new products & process changes).
• Responsible for leading junior engineers in new products/machines/process qualification.
• Responsible for long-term improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others). Others include FMEA.
• Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely
• Follow safety and health rules
• Responsible for leading junior engineers in sputter yield-related issues troubleshooting (common causes).
• Work closely with Anelva yield team in sputter yield sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to achieve the sputter yield goal. This includes 0725 Operation Yield Improvement.
• The other supervisor assigned tasks.

The role involves leading TOF‑SIMS analysis to characterize thin films and surfaces, developing and validating analytical methods to support manufacturing and quality programs, and interpreting mass spectra for insights into process improvements. It includes supporting failure analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams to apply findings, maintaining and troubleshooting TOF‑SIMS equipment, and training junior engineers and technicians. Additionally, it entails driving continuous improvements in analytical capabilities, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in all operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead TOF‑SIMS analysis to characterize thin films, surfaces, interfaces, and contamination for media products.
• Develop, optimize, and validate TOF‑SIMS analytical methods to support manufacturing, quality, and development programs.
• Interpret complex mass spectra and depth profiles to provide actionable insights for process and material improvements.
• Support failure analysis and root‑cause investigations for yield loss, reliability issues, and process excursions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Process, R&D, Quality, Reliability) to translate analytical findings into engineering solutions.
• Maintain and troubleshoot TOF‑SIMS equipment to ensure high uptime, accuracy, and calibration integrity.
• Train junior engineers, technicians, and cross‑functional partners on TOF‑SIMS fundamentals, sample preparation, and data interpretation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance analytical capability, throughput, and data quality.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders and global engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and data‑integrity standards in all analytical operations.

As a Test Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for sustaining, optimizing, and continuously improving the testing equipment for sputtered disks used in hard disk media manufacturing. This role supports high-volume manufacturing by ensuring stable test performance, strong equipment capability, and compliance with quality standards. You will also be responsible for test capacity planning and expansion, monitoring critical parameters related to test capacity and PPH. In addition, you will drive overall test-related projects to meet departmental objectives. The role includes managing equipment transfer and buyoff for new hardware and software enhancements, as well as installing and setting up test equipment such as testers, robotic automation systems, bagging systems, and conveyors. Ensuring test measurement accuracy and repeatability is also a key responsibility. You will work closely with Operations, Process, Quality, and R&D teams to drive data-driven improvements and support new technology introductions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and resolve test cell equipment issues to maintain product quality and manufacturing throughput.
• Transfer and implement test-related projects into production. Conduct investigations for quality incidents related to test equipment, and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor key equipment input variables (KPIVs) using tools such as the KPIV database, maintenance logs, and the Digital Preventive Maintenance system. Drive and support equipment and process upgrades, as well as continuous improvement initiatives, to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Improve and optimize test equipment to enhance quality, utilization, and PPH (Parts Per Hour). Act as an upskilling trainer for test equipment and processes by providing technical training and guidance to team members.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and proper documentation practices. Support the setup and implementation of new measurement methods required by the R&D and test process teams.
• Perform measurement results (KPOV) analysis in PN and coach process engineers and technicians to strengthen their knowledge of instrument methods and equipment capability.
• Follow all safety and health regulations and workplace requirements.

As a Test Process Engineer, you will be responsible for sustaining, optimizing, and continuously improving the testing of the sputtered disks for the hard disk media manufacturing. This role supports high-volume manufacturing by ensuring stable test performance, strong process capability, high yield, and compliance with quality standards. You will work closely with Operations, Equipment, Quality, and R&D teams to drive data-driven improvements and support new technology introductions.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and resolve Test cell yield issues to maintain product quality and throughput.
• Conduct investigations for quality incidents related to test equipment and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor key process input variables (KPIVs) using tools such as the KPOV database, Maintenance Logs and the Digital Preventive Maintenance system.
• Drive and support equipment and process upgrade and continuous improvement projects to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Act as an upskilling trainer for test equipment/process, providing technical training and guidance to team members.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and documentation practices.
• Responsible for set up new measurement method which required from R&D and test process team.
• Measurement results (KPOV) analysis in PN.
• Coaching process engineer/technician to enhance their knowledge of instrument method and capability

As a Staff Equipment Engineer specializing in sputter media, you will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of sputtering equipment used in the production of hard disk media. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, cycle time improvement and contribute to the development of new processes and technologies.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee day-to-day equipment maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and line issue management to ensure high equipment availability and minimal production downtime.
• Lead equipment reliability, maintenance, and engineering improvement initiatives to support stable and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to improve equipment reliability, reduce failures, and sustain long-term operational performance.
• Lead equipment upgrades, machine conversions, and technology improvements to support next-generation HDD product requirements.
• Manage new equipment installation, commissioning, and acceptance testing to ensure systems meet operational, safety, and process specifications before production release.
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance, reliability, and OEE data to identify improvement opportunities and drive operational excellence.
• Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures, implementing effective corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Sputter Yield teams to improve yield performance, reduce defects, and enhance process capability.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Quality, Facilities, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production operations and achieve manufacturing targets.
• Manage engineering projects related to equipment upgrades, modifications, and system improvements, ensuring timely execution within scope and budget.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians to strengthen team capability and technical competency.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including SOPs, maintenance procedures, and best practices for equipment operation and sustainment.
• Ensure all equipment and related systems comply with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by introducing new technologies, automation solutions, and engineering best practices.
• Strengthen knowledge sharing and technical skill development within the engineering team to build a high-performing equipment engineering organization.
• Maintain strong collaboration with OEM suppliers and technical partners to support equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and technology development.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

The role involves conducting detailed failure analyses on defective sputter media using advanced tools, collaborating with engineering teams to troubleshoot Anelva sputter system yield issues, and leading investigations to identify root causes of defects. It includes performing trend analysis to proactively address yield risks, supporting yield improvement projects using problem-solving methodologies, and generating reports for management. The individual must quickly identify problems, drive improvements in processes and materials, participate in the evaluation of new hardware, and maintain structured documentation of failure analyses and corrective actions, all while demonstrating a solid understanding of technical principles related to their work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct detailed failure analysis on defective media using tools such as SEM, EDX, AFM, FIB, etc
• Collaborate with Anelva sputter process and equipment engineering teams to troubleshoot chronic yield issues.
• Lead cross-functional investigations to determine root causes of yield loss or quality defects.
• Perform trend analysis and statistical data mining to proactively identify potential yield risks.
• Support and lead Anelva Sputter Yield improvement projects using 8D, or other problem-solving methodologies.
• Generate reports and present findings to management with clear action plans and timelines.
• Able to identify problems quickly using basic data gathering procedures and analysis.
• Drive improvement initiatives in sputter process parameters, Anelva sputter system settings, and material handling.
• Participate in the qualification and evaluation of new materials or hardware upgrades from a yield standpoint
• Maintain documentation of all FA cases and corrective actions in a structured format.
• Provides basic countermeasures and corrective actions to problems.
• Initiates appropriate actions to minimize or eliminate abnormalities and irregularities.
• Can explain basic technical principles behind the processes/ techniques used at work.
• Displays good working technical knowledge of his/her job.

Job Summary

Leads the design, development, and governance of automation platforms to improve speed, quality, reliability, and cost efficiency while aligning automation initiatives with global strategies

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for automation, digitalization, and smart manufacturing across production lines.
• Lead automation standards, best practices, and technology selection at plant or regional level.
• Select, standardize, and govern automation tools and platforms

• Define and own the automation software strategy and roadmap
• Design scalable automation architecture integrating RPA, workflow, APIs, and AI components

Job Summary:

Core tasks
• Responsible and leading related Purchasing related activities in Product Innovation Framework [PIF]; ensuring Time To Market [TTM]
• Support and executing related Purchasing Strategy, Quality and Target Cost responsibility and accountability for the related PDP process to ensure TTM
• Take charge as one of main contact interface to PIF team (Commercial, Supplier Quality) / Assure aligned decision between PIF and excellent team and Material Field Purchasing
• Prepare aligned responsibility in Sourcing Strategy for each responsible product in PIF
• Coordinate Cross Regional Cost Reduction Projects

Job Scope: Responsibilities & Authority
• Definition & Maintenance of a Product Group Purchasing Strategy considering TTM
• As main contact personnel for related Product Group interface among PIF team – Value Stream-Global Purchasing to Business Unit
• Coordinate cross regional RPP activities in the respective new Product (responsibility in creation, implementation, cooperation cross-functionally)
• Early Supplier involvement in TTM to support Product Innovation and Target Cost Achievement (PILUM,
GENESIS, TOMAS)
• Support Annual Price Negotiation by providing new potential business opportunities of Product Group in pipe-line
• Challenge and support Material Field buyers to achieve Target Costing
• Support Material Field Buyers for contracting (e.g. SE-contracts, NDA, Concept Competition etc.)
• Create transparency of costs of Product Group by benchmarking (support the Global Product Champion)
• Responsible for achievement of Best Costs in Product Group (Benchmarking, TCO, RPP) before/after SOP
• Responsible for Product Group related quality activities & target achievement (e.g. ISIR, 8D, VQS, etc.)
• Takes proactive action & care of purchasing related topics/tasks in PIF
• Will be taking charge of plastic and other mechanical commodities.

Cooperation by:
▪ rBU cross functions Excellence Team; Material Field purchasing; Execution Team

We are actively advancing technological innovation in the semiconductor package assembly, with a focus on next generation packaging technologies such as PowerQFN, Flip-Chip, and SiP. In particular, the fields of AI, High Performance Computing (HPC), and Vertical Power Delivery (VPD) are rapidly increasing their demand for higher density, higher reliability, and high thermal dissipation package technologies.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies such as power packages for AI/HPC, VPD, Server VR core/peripheral, and Accelerator/GPU markets and contribute to the development of packaging technologies that underpin innovations shaping society, including AI and next generation mobile computing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop package and interconnect methods for Renesas’s packaging needs in the areas of Power SiP/modules, flip-chip LGA, multi-chip module and power device packaging
• Work with OSAT/CM to develop, run DOEs to optimize processes and establish process specifications.
• Work with Product Groups and Reliability teams to qualify new packages and processes within required time frame.
• Ensure smooth transition into production by resolving all process integration issues, establishing production controls and monitors, and monitoring / resolving process issues.
• Develop and maintain technical expertise on advances and innovations in advanced leadframe, power SiP/modules, and flip chip interconnects.
• Address internal and external customer complaints working with peers of Marketing, Product groups, Quality and Operations organization to satisfy growth in businesses.