Senior Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering

Senior Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering

• Full-time
• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position
• Salary Range: 79,305.00-112,300.00
• Business Function: Hardware Development Engineering
• Work Location: Fremont Office--LOC_WDT_USCA13

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.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work as a weekend shift wafer process integration engineer in the HAMR NFT integration group at WD’s wafer fab in Fremont, CA.
• Develop robust processes as integration engineer for fabrication of HAMR NFT devices by working with module engineers in various areas to deliver next-generation HAMR products.
• Extensive interfacing with engineers and scientists in design, process, test, and characterization groups.

REQUIRED:

• BS, MS, or PhD degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry or a related engineering field is required.

SKILLS:

• Innovative, detail-oriented, and possess excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in JMP or equivalent data analysis software skills.
• Good organizational and strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent teamwork and good people skills are required.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in semiconductor and/or magnetic head wafer processing.
• Experience with systems and tool sets in wafer fab.
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: lithography, thin film deposition, ion milling, reactive ion etching, electroplating, CMP, SEM, FIB, TEM, AFM, or optical metrology.

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on any legally protected characteristics.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution.

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Compensation & Benefits Details

• An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, abilities, performance, geographic location, and business needs.
• The salary range is applicable for jobs performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in these states. This range may be modified in the future.
• You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan and may be eligible for our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time, medical/dental/vision insurance, life, accident and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more.