Senior Automation Engineer

Responsibilities

• Manage HDD tooling automation across all cleanroom production areas
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for tooling and fixture maintenance, including long-term corrective solutions
• Monitor and drive performance using key manufacturing indices such as Cpk, MTBF, and MTTR
• Support product and technology transfers between manufacturing sites
• Deliver technical training to technicians and manufacturing personnel
• Provide guidance and supervision to the technical team to ensure effective execution
• Ensure strict compliance with safety standards to minimize risks and equipment damage

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Software, Robotics, Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in tool/machine design, automation systems, software development, or PLC programming
• Strong proficiency in English communication and presentation skills
• Solid foundation in Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, and automation systems
• Familiarity with Digital Twin concepts for equipment or process modeling

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation programming languages such as C/C++ or Python
• Experience developing Digital Twin applications for predictive maintenance or virtual commissioning
• Practical experience in data mining, feature engineering, and statistical analysis
• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks and ANSSYS, including GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI, SQL, Kibana, JMP, or Minitab

About the Company

Western Digital (WD) is a global leader in data storage solutions, pushing the boundaries of technology to power innovation. From enabling massive data centers to meeting the storage needs of the AI era, WD provides essential technologies including HDDs and various platforms for businesses and consumers worldwide.