The posting
Location: Pioneer, Singapore Job Function: Engineering / Research & Development
12 Hour Shift
Job Description
We are looking for an R&D Tribo Engineering Assistant to support our tribology and reliability testing activities.
The successful candidate will perform hands-on laboratory testing, collect and analyse engineering data, support failure analysis and assist R&D engineers in improving and developing reliability test methodologies.
This position is suitable for engineering diploma holders who are interested in developing practical experience in R&D, reliability testing, laboratory engineering and equipment troubleshooting. Fresh diploma graduates may be considered.
Responsibilities
- Conduct reliability and tribology testing for head/media designs according to established test protocols.
- Collect, compile and analyse test results to support evaluation of head/media performance and reliability.
- Prepare test reports and result summaries for 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 methodologies to meet updated customer and internal requirements.
- Assist in setting up new test fixtures, tools and equipment for reliability and head-media interference testing.
- Perform test equipment setup, calibration and basic troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with R&D engineers and cross-site technical teams on testing activities, technical alignment and knowledge sharing.
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards, safety requirements and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Perform other engineering or laboratory support duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Singapore-recognized Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Fresh diploma graduates may apply.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles involving materials, mechanics or electronics.
- Able to follow technical procedures, SOPs and quality standards.
- Comfortable performing hands-on laboratory and testing activities.
- Able to work in a cleanroom environment.
Preferred Skills / Experience
Candidates with any of the following will have an advantage:
- Relevant laboratory, testing or reliability experience.
- Basic understanding of hard disk drive (HDD) or precision-device structures.
- Experience with test equipment setup and troubleshooting.
- Exposure to MATLAB, LabVIEW or Python.
- Knowledge of material interfaces, tribology or reliability-testing concepts.
We welcome motivated candidates who are interested in hands-on engineering and developing their technical experience within an R&D environment.
Clarissa Loh Yu Shuang (R26162955)
Just Recruit Singapore Pte Ltd (EA12C6295)



