Senior Engineer, Sputter Yield Engineering

1 Month ago • 4-6 Years • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Western Digital is seeking a Senior Engineer, Sputter Yield Engineering. This role involves conducting detailed failure analysis on defective media using tools like SEM, EDX, AFM, and FIB. The engineer will collaborate with process and equipment teams to troubleshoot yield issues, lead cross-functional investigations for root cause analysis, and perform trend analysis for proactive yield risk identification. Responsibilities include supporting and leading Sputter Yield improvement projects using methodologies like 8D, generating reports, presenting findings, driving improvement initiatives in process parameters and machine settings, and participating in the qualification of new materials or hardware upgrades. The role also requires maintaining documentation of failure analysis cases and corrective actions, providing basic countermeasures, and initiating actions to minimize abnormalities. The candidate should be able to explain basic technical principles and possess good working technical knowledge.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Material Science, Physics, or Engineering
  • 4-6 years of experience in failure analysis, thin film, or semiconductor manufacturing
  • Familiar with failure/root cause analysis tools (SEM, SPC, 5 Whys, FMEA)
  • Proficient with statistical data analysis tools
  • Good English communication skills
  • High learning aptitude
  • Good team player
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of sputtering, vacuum systems, or thin film deposition
  • Basic metrology concept and inspection background
  • Proficient in JMP/Minitab software
  • Proficient in Windows office and presentation material
  • Fundamentals of Six Sigma Approach
Perks:
  • Opportunities for individuals with disabilities
  • Inclusive environment with a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution

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

  • Conduct detailed failure analysis on defective media using tools such as SEM, EDX, AFM, FIB, etc
  • Collaborate with process and equipment engineering teams to troubleshoot chronic yield issues.
  • Lead cross-functional investigations to determine root causes of yield loss or quality defects.
  • Perform trend analysis and statistical data mining to proactively identify potential yield risks.
  • Support and lead Sputter Yield improvement projects using 8D, or other problem-solving methodologies.
  • Generate reports and present findings to management with clear action plans and timelines.
  • Able to identify problems quickly using basic data gathering procedures and analysis.
  • Drive improvement initiatives in process parameters, machine settings, and material handling.
  • Participate in qualification and evaluation of new materials or hardware upgrades from a yield standpoint
  • Maintain documentation of all FA cases and corrective actions in a structured format.
  • Provides basic countermeasures and corrective actions to problems.
  • Initiates appropriate actions to minimize or eliminate abnormalities and irregularities.
  • Can explain basic technical principles behind the processes/ techniques used at work.
  • Displays good working technical knowledge of his/her job.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or above in Material Science, Physics, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), or a related field
  • 4–6 years of experience in failure analysis, thin film, or semiconductor manufacturing is a plus.
  • Familiar with tools and techniques used in failure/root cause analysis (e.g., SEM, SPC, 5 Whys, FMEA).
  • Knowledge of sputtering, vacuum systems, or thin film deposition is an added advantage.
  • Proficient with statistical data analysis tools 
  • Good proficiency and communication skills in English.
  • With high learning aptitude
  • Good team player (hungry, humble and smart)

 
PREFERRED:

  • Basic metrology concept and inspection background is an advantage

 
SKILLS:

  • Proficient in JMP /Minitab software analysis and statistical tool.
  • Proficient in Windows office and presentation material
  • With fundamentals of Six Sigma Approach
  • Strong interpersonal, oral and written English skills required to conduct daily activities.

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.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.

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