Western Digital Staff Engineer Development Engineering Cleaning 

Philippines, Baguio 

369400602

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:

• Lead head cleanliness FA activities for HAMR head (Slider Fab until HDD)
• Lead cleaning process development for HAMR in Slider Fab and downstream processes
• Design and execute the evaluation plans
• Summarize the evaluation results and identify process issues and/or opportunities
• Continuously improve competency in data analysis and cleaning process principles

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree: In Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees (Master's/Ph.D.) may be preferred.

• At least 5 years of experience in Failure analysis-related applications involving magnetic head fabrication

PREFERRED:

• Background in drive failure and customer feedback is preferred
• Good fundamental understanding of basic science and technology.

SKILLS:

• Good command of the English language (verbal and written)
• Proficient in the use of data processing and statistical analysis software
• Process Development: Expertise in developing and optimizing cleaning processes for electronic components.
• Materials Knowledge: Understanding of the materials used in electronics and how various cleaning agents interact with them.
• Analytical Techniques: Proficiency with analytical methods to assess cleanliness, such as surface analysis, ion chromatography, and spectroscopy.
• Equipment Knowledge: Familiarity with cleaning equipment and technologies, including ultrasonic cleaners, vapor degreasers, and aqueous cleaning systems.
• Team Collaboration: Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and leading junior engineers or technicians.