Senior Metrology Engineer

1 Month ago • 3-5 Years • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

Western Digital is seeking a highly skilled Senior Metrology Engineer in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia. This role involves leading metrology initiatives, ensuring precision measurements, and maintaining quality standards in HDD Media R&D and manufacturing. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing advanced metrology tools, setting up new metrology recipes, and transferring them from WD R&D in the US to Penang. The engineer will design measurement studies, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment, analyze data using statistical methods, and optimize measurement conditions. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, project leadership, and staying updated on industry standards are also expected. The role involves contributing to metrology procedures, best practices, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 3-5 years of experience in metrology engineering
  • Knowledge of metrology principles and techniques
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Experience in semiconductor/electronics manufacturing
  • Familiarity with metrology industry standards (ISO, ASTM)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy
Perks:
  • Opportunities for diversity and inclusion
  • Support for employees with disabilities

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.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Metrology Engineer to join our team in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia. In this critical role, you will be responsible for leading metrology initiatives, ensuring precision measurements, and maintaining quality standards in our HDD Media R&D & manufacturing processes.

  • Develop and implement advanced metrology tools for R&D & manufacturing processes and quality control
  • New Metrology recipes set-up & transfer from WD R&D facility in US to Penang
  • Design and conduct measurement studies to analyze and improve product quality
  • Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot sophisticated metrology equipment
  • Analyze measurement data using statistical methods to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
  • Set up / optimize the measurement condition to reduce the measurement variation or measurement time reduction
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and optimize processes
  • Lead metrology-related projects and mentor junior engineers
  • Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies in metrology
  • Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations for management
  • Contribute to the development of metrology procedures and best practices
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field); Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in metrology engineering, preferably in the semiconductor or electronics manufacturing industry
  • Knowledge of metrology principles, techniques, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, ASTM)

Preferred

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with diverse teams
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and precision

Skills 

  • Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and data interpretation
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Strong technical report writing and presentation 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.

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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