Intern - Automation Engineer

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development and enhancement of Digital Twin and simulation for automation hardware
• Participate in Mechanical simulation
• Engage in project management activities and team meetings
• Present progress and ideas to team members and stakeholders

REQUIRED:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, software, automation, data science, or a related field. Available for an internship duration of 3 months or more
• The integration of sensors, AI, IoT, and automation is transforming fault detection into a proactive
• Experience with programming such Python for automation and data acquisition

SKILLS:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and staying updated with industry trends
• Demonstrate a good level of English proficiency (written/verbal)

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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