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R&D Tribo Engineering Assistant
Research & Development
Date posted: 8/28/2026
JOB SUMMARY:
To support R&D tribology and reliability activities through hands-on testing, analysis, and development of
test methodologies for head/media reliability. This is an individual contributor role focused on technical
execution and laboratory work.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct reliability and tribology testing for head/media designs according to established test protocols.
- Collect, compile, and analyze test data to support evaluation of head/media performance and reliability.
- Prepare test reports and summaries for review by the R&D engineering team.
- Perform basic failure analysis on post-tested head and media samples with guidance from senior engineers and material science laboratories.
- Support improvements to existing test methods to meet updated customer or internal requirements.
- Assist in setting up new test fixtures, tools, and equipment for reliability and head-media interference testing.
- Carry out test equipment setup, calibration, and basic troubleshooting.
- Work closely with R&D engineers and cross-site technical teams to support knowledge sharing and test alignment.
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with ISO standards, safety requirements, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Perform other engineering or laboratory support tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Qualification
- Diploma (Singapore-recognized) in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or Electrical Engineering
- Fresh diploma graduates may be considered
Experience
- Candidates with relevant laboratory, testing, or reliability experience will be an advantage
Skills (Must Have)
- Basic understanding of engineering principles related to materials, mechanics, or electronics
- Ability to follow test procedures, SOPs, and quality standards
- Comfortable with hands-on laboratory and testing work
- Able to work in a cleanroom environment
Skills (Good to Have)
- Basic understanding of HDD or precision device structures
- Experience with test equipment setup or troubleshooting
- Exposure to data analysis tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, or Python
- Knowledge of material interfaces, tribology, or reliability testing concepts
