(Ph.D. FRESH GRAD ONLY) Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment Engineering

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop cleaning machine in order to suitable with requirements
• Response in engineering experiment, account in cleaning, and other duties as assigned
• Completes any reports or logs and communicate effectively up and down the Chain of Command
• Understand and execute work assignment in a timely and professional manner
• Organized work area and stores material, fixture tooling, chemicals, equipment& inventory   

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Control Engineering, or Systems Engineering can be an added advantage
• Project Experience: Proven track record of leading or contributing to projects involving control system design, automation, or system integration. Experience with troubleshooting, optimizing, or maintaining control systems in live environments is valuable.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in relevant software such as MATLAB/Simulink for control systems design, DCS/PLC programming tools (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens), and other simulation or modeling tools (Aspen Plus, HYSYS).

SKILLS:

• Control Systems Design: Candidates should have a solid understanding of control theory (both classical and modern), including Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control, model predictive control (MPC), and distributed control systems (DCS)
• Process Dynamics and Simulation: Familiarity with the modeling of chemical processes, system identification, and dynamic simulations. Knowledge of tools such as Aspen Plus, MATLAB/Simulink, and COMSOL for process modeling and control system design is essential
• Automation and Instrumentation: Experience in process automation, instrumentation (e.g., sensors, actuators), and integration with control systems. Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA systems, and other industrial control technologies is often required
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in diagnosing issues in complex systems and applying control strategies to resolve them.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work in cross-functional teams, including engineers from various disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical) and other stakeholders such as project managers, operators, and maintenance staff.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting complex technical information clearly to non-engineering personnel, as well as for preparing reports, documentation, and specifications.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new technologies, tools, and methods in an evolving industry, and a willingness to continuously learn and update skills.
• Attention to Detail: The ability to ensure high levels of precision in system design, control logic, and implementation, as small errors in control systems can lead to significant operational issues.

Additional Information

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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