senior engineer, head development EngineeringWestern Digital

Company Description
The future. It's on you. You & Western Digital.
We've been storing the world's data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we're helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can.
The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.
But we can't do it alone. Today's exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It's You & Us. Together, we're the next big thing in data.
Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the G-TechnologyTM, HGST, SanDisk®, TegileTM, UpthereTM, and WD® brands.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with internal and external groups for a speedy development of slider processes (lapping, grinding, wirebonding, etc)
Actively participates in regular technology exchanges with worldwide development group
Conduct timely process qualifications and improvement as required by new products
Initiate process evaluations and DOE's for continuous improvement to support company objectives on cost and quality.
Work with manufacturing engineering group for successful ramp of new technologies
Document and conduct technical reviews and handshake with manufacturing engineering group
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree in related field e.g. engineering [ME, EE, ECE], materials, physics
Minimum 1 year of recent experience working in machining area (lapping, grinding)
Skill in data analytics using statistical tools (JMP, Minitab) and Microsoft office (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
PREFERRED:
With background and experience in lapping, grinding and wirebonding processes
SKILLS:
Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal and relational skills, with the ability to quickly develop relationships of trust and confidence with a variety of people and personalities, at all levels within an organization
Self-motivated with the ability to effectively multi-task and work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment
Ability to make clear, logical decisions based on facts, taking into consideration the big picture, long and short term effects, and exercising sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability to deliver consistent positive results through coordination with other engineering groups
Additional Information
Because Western Digital thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity. Western Digital does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their protected class status and complies with all federal and state laws against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.
Western Digital

Calabarzon
Permanent
Full-time