Staff Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments to evaluate HDD performance using advanced spacing characterization, tribology, and metrology tools.
• Apply statistical analysis to interpret experimental data and derive meaningful insights for design improvements.
• Generate comprehensive technical reports summarizing test results and findings.
• Develop automation scripts in Python to streamline data processing and report generation.
• Lead projects and oversee daily tester operations, including troubleshooting and refining test methodologies.
• Collaborate with global counterparts to plan and execute spacing characterization initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Applied Physics, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field with 3+ years of professional experience in tribology, physical characterization, and metrology.
• OR Bachelor's degree in Applied Physics, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field with 5+ years of professional experience in the same areas.
• Proficiency in Python programming.
• Intermediate skills in statistical tools such as JMP and Minitab.
• Strong understanding of electronics, physics, materials, and magnetic theory fundamentals.
• Ability to work onsite in Biñan City, Philippines, on a day shift schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry exposure in Semiconductor or Electronics manufacturing.
• Direct experience in HDD or HGA-disk tribology.
• Experience in HDD/magnetic head test engineering.
• Experience with signal processing, software/firmware development, or LabView.
• Extensive experience working in science or experimental laboratories.

About the Company

Western Digital is a global leader in data storage, providing innovative technologies including HDDs and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers. We are a company of problem solvers dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology to meet the massive data storage needs of the AI era.