Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineering

2 Weeks ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineering role involves integrating Head-Disk-Interface (HDI) to improve product yield, quality, and test time. The responsibilities include leading HDI integration, supporting tribology improvements, engaging in the ramp-up of HAMR products, conducting failure analysis, and collaborating with various teams to enhance product cleanliness, optimize processes, and support qualification processes. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, proficiency in programming for data analytics, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of HDD failure analysis, reliability, components, and processes.

Must have:

Bachelor’s in Chemical, Material, Mechanical, or Electronics Engineering.
Proficiency in programming for data analytics (Python, C++, SQL).

Good to have:

Knowledge of HDD failure analysis, reliability, components, processes, and technologies.
Familiarity with quality management practices in the HDD industry.

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Job Details

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:
Responsible in Head-Disk-Interface Integration related work for product improvement (yield/quality/test time)

Lead and manage Head-Disk-Interface (HDI) integration efforts aimed at improving product yield, quality, and test time
Support tribology improvement initiatives in sustaining products to enhance performance and longevity
Actively engage in the early ramp-up of HAMR (Heat-Assisted Magnetic Recording) products, driving improvements related to tribology and related areas
Conduct failure analysis, providing insightful feedback to relevant teams for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with FJ HDI Development, CMI, CESC, SQE, and Head/Media teams to enhance product cleanliness and meet quality standards
Partner with Head/Media teams to optimize processes, focusing on yield, quality, cost, and supply chain efficiency
Support the qualification process for Head & Media Engineering Changes (ECs)

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Material, Mechanical, Electronics Engineering or related field.
Proficiency in programming for data analytics (Python, C++, SQL)

PREFERRED:

Knowledge of HDD failure analysis, reliability, HDD components, processes, and technologies.
Familiarity with quality management practices in the HDD industry.

SKILLS:

Strong communication skills in English and ability to collaborate effectively with a global team.
Proficient in basic analytical tools (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab).
Strong problem-solving, creativity, flexibility, and initiative.
Leadership abilities and a positive, proactive mindset.

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.

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