Working for Seagate in Singapore

Ang Mo Kio
Seagate started Disc Drive Operations in Singapore in 1982, representing the first volume manufacturing site outside of the United States. In 1997, Seagate Drive Operations was relocated to its current facilities in Ang Mo Kio. The factory spans a total gross floor area of over 1M sq ft. and was designed to accommodate production of today's technology-intensive hard disc drive products, and facilitate the rapid transition to tomorrow's technology advancements. Today, Seagate Ang Mo Kio is responsible for producing all of Seagate’s hard disks for mission critical applications. Seagate’s advanced automation lines and test system are among the most advanced of their kind. Address: 7000, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5, Singapore 569877

Science Park

The Science Park Design Center was established in April 1984 to provide automation support for drive manufacturing and is Seagate's only disc-drive design center outside the United States. The team is responsible for the design and development of world-class hard disc drives for the worldwide market. State-of-the-art facilities that include a class 100 clean room, a fully equipped CAD room and an anechoic chamber. Generated over 1200 new inventions, 195 patents and 12 international product releases to date, including:

U Series - The most cost-effective drives in the history of the disc drive industry. Won the inaugural 2001 Singapore Innovation Award.
C Series - First drives designed specifically for the consumer electronics market. Designed with the full implementation of the Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodology from start to finish.
S Series - Seagate's and world's first 1-inch drive delivering 5GB capacity and 8GB capacity.
P Series - Seagate's first 1.8-inch drive. Offering a 60GB capacity on one platter in a 5mm thick form factor.
Address: The Fleming, 59 Science Park Drive, Singapore 118239

Woodlands
RMO Woodlands, established in 1996, was Seagate's first Recording Media Operations (RMO) facility outside of North America. In September 28, 2006 Seagate Technology announced a plan to expand its recording media manufacturing capabilities by setting up its third media plant in Singapore. The new plant will be built close to the company's existing facilities at Woodlands. Today, RMO Woodlands is Seagate’s largest media manufacturing facility. Address: 90 Woodlands Ave 7, Singapore 737911

Life Here
Singapore is an island city-state with a population of approximately 4.3 million. The smallest country in Southeast Asia, Singapore also has the highest standard of living of all its neighbors. If your job with Seagate takes you to Singapore, learn more about the country's history, leadership, social issues and current news before you go. You will also want to consult with a local real estate service to find the right home, condo or apartment.

Weather
Singapore has a tropical rainforest climate with little to no change from season to season. Temperatures range between 72-93 degrees Fahrenheit with high humidity and abundant rainfall year round.

Education
Singapore is a country that believes in investing in education at every level. High standards in teaching and learning combine to provide a quality, rigorous educational system for students beginning in pre-school all the way through university and beyond. Singapore boasts a number of international schools for the children of expatriates. Among them is the Singapore American School located in Woodlands. For information about specific schools, and resources for parents and students, the Ministry of Education is a good place to start.

For undergraduate and graduate work, the country offers an impressive mix of international institutions of higher education and research, including

Have Fun
Despite its small size, Singapore offers a staggering array of things to see and do. Whether you are in the city proper or the suburbs, shopping and dining are the two top-rated activities by locals. Witness Singapore's thriving arts scene with a visit to the Singapore Art Museum. Or simply take in one of the many local festivals. Nature and orchid lovers will enjoy the Singapore Botanic Gardens. For a little hiking, biking or mountain climbing you will want to visit Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. And the Singapore Zoo Night Safari offers the unique experience of visiting wildlife in a tropical forest at night. The Singapore Tourism Board offers a comprehensive look at all there is to see and do in this vibrant city-state.

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