Staff Engineer, 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.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Technology Development and Implementation, Develop and implement new technologies to meet evolving customer requirements, Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new processes and ensure smooth transitions.
• Process Improvement Continuously improve yield, product quality, and cycle time through data analysis and process optimization, Develop and implement strategies to reduce defects and enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Process Control and Monitoring, Establish robust monitoring systems, Out-of-Control Action Plans (OCAP), and improvement plans for process control, Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal quality control measures.
• Training and Development , Provide training to technicians and other relevant personnel to ensure adherence to best practices and operational protocols, Develop training materials and continuously update training programs to reflect technological advancements and process changes.
• Cost Management , Improve operating costs by reducing material consumption, qualifying new materials, and identifying and evaluating new suppliers, Analyze cost-saving opportunities and implement solutions that do not compromise quality.
• Issue Resolution and Leadership, Lead meetings addressing customer, manufacturing, and supplier issues, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned, Take ownership of problem-solving efforts, from root cause analysis to implementing corrective actions.
• Process Documentation and Reporting , Finalize and document conclusions from process issues, evaluations, and experiments, Provide detailed reports and summaries for review by management and other stakeholders.
• Team Supervision, Supervise and mentor engineers, technicians, and operators, ensuring adherence to company policies and operational discipline, Foster a collaborative and disciplined work environment that promotes continuous improvement.
• Task Execution , Execute assigned tasks efficiently and within the designated timeline, Adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities as required by the business needs.
• Troubleshooting and Sustaining Operations , Sustain manufacturing operations by addressing and solving technical and process-related issues, Implement long-term solutions to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Standardization and Commonality , Ensure standardization and commonality of processes and systems across related manufacturing sites, Promote consistency in manufacturing practices and alignment with corporate standards

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering; Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Physics or related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience related position.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in the HDD; especially Slider Fab Process is Advantage.
• Experience in Metrology tools (SEM) is Advantage.

SKILLS:

• Experience programing Software, Python, Matlab, SQL or Image Processing.
• Good communication in English.

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.