Principal Engineer, Product Engineering

Company:  Western Digital Capital
Location: San Jose
Closing Date: 24/10/2024
Salary: £150 - £200 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
  • Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
  • Salary Range: 126,935.60-179,800.00
  • Business Function: Product Engineering

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.

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 enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.

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

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Execution of electronic hardware verification and manufacturing test plan (from NPI to EOL).
  • Work with cross functional team and vendors to develop, deploy and maintain functional testers/fixtures. Provide on-site support during NPI and mass production builds.
  • Perform Failures analysis on HW/SW development and production issues.
  • Monitor Product build/test Yield, create failure pareto and perform in depth analysis.
  • Drive Contract Manufacturer (CM) personal for product build and corrective actions.
  • Debug issues by analyzing manufacturing test logs.
  • Assemble, bring-up, and debug new electronic test equipment designs.
  • Design and execute test plans for validation of test systems and subsystems.
  • Oversee the development and evaluation of equipment/tools/fixtures to aid in the manufacturing process.
  • Pro-actively perform DOE (Design Of Experiment) to resolve test yield issues.
  • Technically communicate with different region counterparts.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

  • Familiarity with manufacturing process in high volume environment.
  • Familiarity with standard electronic test and measurement equipment.
  • Good understanding of Electronics circuits.
  • Knowledge of programming languages (preferably Python, Bash script) and ability to understand code.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux OS, architecture, editors (vim and/or nano), and command lines.
  • Understanding of SQL Database is a plus.

SKILLS

  • Strong problem-solving skills, good communication skills, and ability to work in a team.
  • Must be highly motivated, self-driven, and eager to learn new technologies.
  • Comfortable with at-a-desk design, hands-on laboratory work, and interfacing with manufacturing.
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer Engineering.
  • 5+ years of directly related experience is required.
  • Strong Oral and written English communication skills.

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

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 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 to advise us of your accommodation request.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 01/14/2025, although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline.

Compensation & Benefits Details

  • An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, and performance.
  • The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.
  • You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including 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; tuition reimbursement; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
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