Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment Engineering

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional careers by providing the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Tooling & Equipment Support:

• Support design, procurement, and implementation of assembly tooling and equipment for BE HDD operations
• Maintain equipment documentation, specifications, and performance records
• Coordinate with vendors on tooling qualification and installation

Automation Projects:

• Assist in automation project execution from concept to deployment
• Support programming, testing, and validation of automated assembly processes
• Document automation workflows and create standard operating procedures

Smart Maintenance Initiatives:

• Support predictive maintenance program implementation
• Collect and analyze equipment performance data
• Assist in developing maintenance schedules and preventive maintenance plans
• Support IoT sensor integration and monitoring systems

Process Improvement & Sustaining:

• Drive KPI improvements (OEE, yield, cycle time, downtime reduction)
• Support root cause analysis for equipment and process issues
• Participate in sustaining activities for new processes and tools
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIRED:

We warmly welcome fresh graduates, and Early Career Talent with 0–2 years of experience are encouraged to apply.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, automation engineering, AI robotics engineering, or equivalent experience
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Familiarity with automation concepts and control systems
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Industry 4.0 concepts • Programming skills (Python, PLC, or similar)
• Knowledge of HDD Process & Technology, HDD Quality Management, ESD & Contamination
• Internship project experience with maintenance management systems
• Detail-oriented with project management aptitude

Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office; Solid work/AutoCAD/PLC and Python software knowledge preferred
• Data analysis skills (Excel, basic statistics)
• Demonstrate a good level of English proficiency (written / verbal)

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