Test Process Engineer

Job Description

The Western Digital Media Test Engineering team in San Jose, CA is seeking a Test Process Engineer who is highly motivated to work in a challenging and dynamic engineering environment. The media test team is responsible for the development and implementation of hardware/software/process/automation solutions in R&D environment, implementing those solutions at worldwide manufacturing sites, along with sustaining activities.

• The test process engineer will be part of the WD Media Test Engineering organization & will play a key role in development & qualification of new media test processes with respect to optical test, glide & magnetic certification.
• Develop specific test processes based on product requirements, monitor test results and optimize test processes as needed.
• Also, bridge the gap between test hardware & software teams to qualify, debug & deploy new features. Propose new test features as needed.
• Transfer new testing processes to Asia manufacturing sites and work closely with engineering teams to identify & troubleshoot issues related to test processes.
• Write technical reports, test specifications, procedures & conduct necessary applications training.
• Work with end users and cross functional teams to develop and maintain data analysis tools using dashboards for various manufacturing and pilot line systems.
• International travel may be required (up to 10%)

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 2-3 years in relevant positions. Prior work in applications engineering is a plus.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of analytical toolsets like JMP, Minitab, SAS, Python or similar. Experience in SPC or process control is a plus along with Python or machine learning.
• Experience working with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic equipment & analyze complex problems. Experience with integrated optical test systems is a plus.
• The candidate must be self-motivated, with demonstrated ability to work with cross functional teams. Experience working with Asia is a plus.
• Must have good communication skill

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.

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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