Early Career Talent Quality Assurance Engineering

Job Description

Western Digital is seeking an entry-level Quality Assurance Engineer to help drive continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes at our sites in San Jose and Fremont, CA. This role is ideal for recent graduates who are passionate about quality systems, data analysis, and collaboration. You will gain hands‑on experience with industry standards, regulatory compliance, and problem‑solving methodologies while working alongside experienced professionals.

• Supporting implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 and corporate requirements.
• Participating in internal audits
  , compliance checks, and CAPA tracking to drive continuous improvement.
• Analyzing manufacturing, defect, and yield data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborating with Engineering and Operations to standardize processes, review procedures, and maintain effective document control.
• Supporting 8D, FMEA, and risk analysis activities with engineering and production teams.
• Contributing to training and awareness programs (e.g., Quality Month, Quality Talks) to strengthen quality culture and compliance.
• Assisting in audit readiness by preparing objective evidence and supporting ISO, RBA, and customer audits
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• Supporting Product Regulatory Compliance activities, ensuring alignment with RoHS, REACH, EMC, Safety and other regulatory requirements
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This position will be based in our Fremont, CA office with regular visits to our San Jose, CA site. This position requires 5 days of in‑office work per week, with a typical 9am‑5pm schedule.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Science with graduation date between December 2024-December 2025.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) – ISO 9001:2015 fundamentals (including clauses, document control, and audit processes).
• Basic understanding of Integrated Management Systems (IMS) – exposure to ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301, or RBA standards is a plus.
• Familiarity with 8D problem solving, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).

• Understanding of FMEA, SPC, MSA, and control plans
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• Knowledge of statistical tools such as Pareto charts, trend charts, histograms, and fishbone analysis.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, process flows, and specifications
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• Awareness of Product Regulatory requirements
  , including safety, environmental, and customer‑specific standards.

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender‑related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non‑discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the “Know Your Rights:
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

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…