Principal Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineering

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Big Data • Cloud • Hardware • Software
The Role
The Principal Engineer in Supplier Quality Engineering at Western Digital is responsible for owning in-coming component quality, collaborating with cross-functional teams, supervising staff, monitoring quality standards, and leading special projects. The role requires 6-10 years of experience with component suppliers and expertise in component validation testing, supplier process audits, quality system audits, problem-solving, analytical thinking, industry standards, quality methodologies, and self-motivation.
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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.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

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:

  • Own in-coming component quality to drive activities to meet overall product quality requirements. 
  • Collaboration with related cross functional team to achieve product quality KPIs
  • Supervising staff and monitoring in-coming component Quality standards
  • Lead and manage the special project as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor in Engineering, electrical, material science, physics, or equivalent.
  • 6 to 10 years of working experience with component suppliers, experience with the following design and process technologies.

SKILLS:

  • Component Validation testing, measurement, and inspection methods to evaluate performance, quality, and reliability.
  • Supplier Process Audit Skills – Critical ability to inspect and identify strengths / weaknesses of supplier production and test processes.
  • Quality System Audit Skills - Familiar with ISO/Industry requirements for commercial and automotive fields.
  • Problem Solving – Investigate complex problems, gather relevant data, define appropriate analyses to identify root cause, followed by solution options for evaluation and implementation.
  • Analytical Thinking – Analyze information statistically and apply logic to address work-related issues and problems.
  • Industry Standards – Strong familiarity with electrical device standards: JEDEC, IPC, IEC, MIL-STD, ASME
  • Quality methodologies - Experience with ISO9001, IATF16949, APQP, FMEA, VDA6.0, MSA, SPC, DOE, 8D.
  • Behavior – Self-motivated with ability to effectively multi-task and work independently.

Additional Information

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 believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. 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 [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Top Skills

Engineering
Material Science
Physics
The Company
HQ: San Jose, CA
25,132 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

At Western Digital we create data storage solutions that power the technology of today and inspire the innovations of tomorrow.

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