Western Digital Staff Engineer Analytical & Characterization Engineering 

Philippines, Baguio 

886841429

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting advanced materials characterization and analysis to support both Manufacturing Operations and R&D initiatives.
• Additionally, this role requires expertise in developing and implementing automation solutions and data analytics tools to streamline lab processes and enhance data interpretation.
• The successful candidate will work closely with Process Development Teams to integrate and correlate process outputs with characterization data, fostering a holistic understanding of material behavior and performance.
• Strong technical acumen, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively are essential for this position.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Engineering or Physics with minimum 3-5 years of work experience
• Master's degree or higher in Materials Science/Engineering or Physics with minimum 1-2 years of work experience
• Understanding of material properties, phase diagrams, and microstructural analysis, ability to connect material properties with process parameters and outcomes
• Materials Characterization for example: SEM, TEM, EDX, AFM etc.

PREFERRED:

• Statistical Analysis: Proficiency in statistical methods, including DoE and regression analysis
• Experience in FIB is great advantage

SKILLS:

• Capable of communicating in English
• Excellent communication skills for effective teamwork and presentation
• Problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
  Programming and Scripting: Proficiency in Python and SQL is a plus