Staff Engineer, Hardware Development 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

As a Test Project Management & Coordination Engineer, you will perform a new & exciting function within a team that are developing next generational hard disk drive (HDD) Technology, namely Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR), though specialized HDD-like tribological Lifetime & Reliability testing. This job will require you to take a lead within the team for providing test project management, coordination and logistical support, coordination of part builds & delivery, test queue planning & management, tester allocation & tester utilization management, failure analysis part coordination, prioritization and timelines, and planning and ordering of materials supplies to support volume testing requirements. You will need to work cross-functionally with teams at the Thailand head operations site, as well as worldwide sites in US, Japan and China. You will be the face of the team for communication to worldwide customers of the testing queue, priority of test cells and predicted completion timelines. Through developing a deep understanding of the technical testing function and knowledge of input cell designs, you will also play the role in assisting with testing reports and data analysis to the team and internal customers. You are an independent problem solver, have good communication, organizational and administration skills, proactive and driven, and able to present to audiences in worldwide calls on a weekly basis. You are able to multi-task to serve the needs for internal customers from differing departments and worldwide sites. You are able to work under pressure and strive to meet critical business deadlines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing test project management, coordination and logistical Engineering support for coordination of part builds & delivery, test queue planning & management, tester allocation & tester utilization management, failure analysis part coordination, prioritization and timelines, and planning and ordering of materials supplies to support volume testing requirements.
• Be the face of the team for communication to worldwide customers of the testing queue, priority of test cells and predicted completion timelines.
• Through developing a deep understanding of the technical testing function and knowledge of input cell designs, you will also play the role in assisting with testing reports and data analysis to the team and internal customers.
• Through project management, coordination and logistical Engineering support, assist the implementation, development and operation of Hard disk drive and HAMR technology tribology component head and media testing, focused on HAMR Lifetime &
• Work closely with the onsite metrology and materials characterization lab for coordination of part movement, prioritization and timelines.
• Work cross-functionally with teams at the Thailand head operations site, as well as worldwide sites in US, Japan and China.
• Assist with other adhoc duties as assigned, wider departmental tasks and team building events.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Sciences / Technical or Administration / Logistics / Project Management related fields.

PREFERRED:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering / Sciences / Technical or Administration / Logistics / Project Management related fields.

SKILLS:

• Experience in HDD business, Manufacturing, or R&D / Industry.
• Experience with testing operations, characterization or manufacturing.
• Experience in previous roles of coordination of parts and materials, project management and administration, testing, tester queue timeline calculation and management.
• Ability to cross-functionally work with teams within Thailand, as well as worldwide sites in US, Japan and China.
• Preferred skills in programs such JMP, Visual Basic, MS Excel, VBA macro.
• Preferred skills in computer programs related to project management timelines.
• Skilled in MS Office and generally computer literate.
• Demonstrate a High-to-fluent level of English proficiency (spoken/reading/written).
• Demonstrate a High-to-Fluent level of Thai proficiency (spoken/reading/written).

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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