Senior Engineer, Analytical & Characterization Engineering

1 Month ago • 2-5 Years • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Western Digital is seeking a Senior Engineer, Analytical & Characterization Engineering. This role involves conducting advanced materials characterization and analysis for Manufacturing Operations and R&D. The engineer will develop and implement automation solutions and data analytics tools to improve lab processes and data interpretation. Collaboration with Process Development Teams to correlate process outputs with characterization data is crucial. The ideal candidate needs strong technical skills, a collaborative approach, and excellent communication abilities to convey complex technical information effectively. This position contributes to powering global innovation and advancing data storage technology.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's/Master's in Materials Science/Engineering or Physics
  • 2-5 years of work experience
  • Understand material properties, phase diagrams, microstructural analysis
  • Familiarity with SEM, TEM, EDX, AFM
  • Knowledge of Microscopy and Spectroscopy
  • Proficient English communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Good to have:
  • Proficiency in statistical methods (DoE, regression analysis)
  • Experience in AFM

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:

  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting advanced materials characterization and analysis to support both Manufacturing Operations and R&D initiatives.
  • Additionally, this role requires expertise in developing and implementing automation solutions and data analytics tools to streamline lab processes and enhance data interpretation.
  • The successful candidate will work closely with Process Development Teams to integrate and correlate process outputs with characterization data, fostering a holistic understanding of material behavior and performance.
  • Strong technical acumen, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively are essential for this position.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor's and Master degree in Materials Science/Engineering or Physics with minimum 2-5 years of work experience
  • Understanding of material properties, phase diagrams, and microstructural analysis, ability to connect material properties with process parameters and outcomes
  • Materials Characterization for example: SEM, TEM, EDX, AFM etc.
  • Knowledge of Microscopy and Spectroscopy 

PREFERRED:

  • Statistical Analysis: Proficiency in statistical methods, including DoE and regression analysis
  • Experience in AFM is great advantage

SKILLS:

  • Capable of communicating in English
  • Satisfactory communication skills for effective teamwork and presentation
  • Problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

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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