Technologist, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineer

** Company Description*
* At WD, 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, WD 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®, and .

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, WD 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 & Responsibilities:

1. Integrate new wafer technologies and read/write head designs into new HDD products, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

2. Lead the introduction and qualification of new wafer products, and transfer to manufacturing according to product schedule, while maintaining strict quality standards.

3. Responsible for building product qualification wafers per schedule according to product roadmap, and creating comprehensive wafer data packages for analysis and documentation.

4. Demonstrate strong communication skills and work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and processes.

5. Develop and implement process improvements to enhance wafer yield, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

6. Conduct failure analysis on wafer products and implement corrective actions to address any identified issues.

7. Collaborate with research and development teams to evaluate and incorporate emerging wafer technologies into product designs.

8. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to wafer production and quality, providing regular reports to management.

9. Participate in technology roadmap planning and contribute to long-term strategic initiatives for wafer development.

10. Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies throughout all wafer-related processes.

11. Mentor and train junior engineers and team members on wafer technologies and best practices.

12. Stay current with industry trends and advancements in wafer technology through continuous learning and professional development.

** Qualifications*
* Required:

1.

Education:

MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics required.

2. Semiconductor wafer process experience.

3. Technical Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of semiconductor wafer processes and integration techniques.

4. Analytical

Skills:

Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as JMP and SQL/Python.

5. Project Management:
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex technical projects.

6. Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.

7. Teamwork:
Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional team settings.

8. Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

9. Software Proficiency:

Experience with semiconductor manufacturing software and tools.

10. Quality Control:
Familiarity with quality assurance processes and standards in semiconductor manufacturing.

11. Leadership:
Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and team members.

12. Continuous Learning:
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry advancements.

13. Attention to Detail:
Meticulous approach to work, ensuring accuracy in data collection and analysis.

14. Adaptability:
Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Salary Range:

- ** Additional Information*
* WD 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…