Western Digital · 1 day ago
Technologist
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expWestern Digital is a company dedicated to powering global innovation through advanced technology. The Technologist role involves integrating new wafer technologies into HDD products, leading product qualification, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance wafer production processes.
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Responsibilities
Integrate new wafer technologies and read/write head designs into new HDD products, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
Lead the introduction and qualification of new wafer products, and transfer to manufacturing according to product schedule, while maintaining strict quality standards
Responsible for building product qualification wafers per schedule according to product roadmap, and creating comprehensive wafer data packages for analysis and documentation
Demonstrate strong communication skills and work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies and processes
Develop and implement process improvements to enhance wafer yield, quality, and cost-effectiveness
Conduct failure analysis on wafer products and implement corrective actions to address any identified issues
Collaborate with research and development teams to evaluate and incorporate emerging wafer technologies into product designs
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to wafer production and quality, providing regular reports to management
Participate in technology roadmap planning and contribute to long-term strategic initiatives for wafer development
Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies throughout all wafer-related processes
Mentor and train junior engineers and team members on wafer technologies and best practices
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in wafer technology through continuous learning and professional development
Qualification
Required
Education: MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or Physics required
Experience: Minimum of 6 years of semiconductor wafer process experience
Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of semiconductor wafer processes and integration techniques
Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis using tools such as JMP and SQL/Python
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex technical projects
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences
Teamwork: Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional team settings
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Software Proficiency: Experience with semiconductor manufacturing software and tools
Quality Control: Familiarity with quality assurance processes and standards in semiconductor manufacturing
Leadership: Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and team members
Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry advancements
Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to work, ensuring accuracy in data collection and analysis
Adaptability: Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
Benefits
Paid vacation time
Paid sick leave
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life, accident and disability insurance
Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
Tuition reimbursement
Transit
The Applause Program
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
Company
Western Digital
Western Digital helps customers capture, preserve, access, and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$901.37M2023-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $1.37M
2023-01-31Post Ipo Equity· $900M
2015-09-30Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Sesh Tirumala
SVP, CIO
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Alvin B. Phillips
Founder
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