Staff Engineer, Manufacturing 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. BROAD FUNCTIONS : To plan, coordinate, and follow-up sputter systems start-up/conversion activities and process documentation. To audit sputter parameters and practices periodically, including online SPC and procedure conformance. To lead sputter process-related issue troubleshooting (common causes), work closely with the shift process team in sputter process sustaining, troubleshooting & improvement in order to achieve sputter utilization (down time), yield & quality goals. To lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), which include new products/machines/process qualification. To lead, supervise, and coach/train process techs, including engineering specialists and characterize technicians. RESPONSIBILITIES : Regular Responsible for sputter process-related issue troubleshooting (common causes), work closely with the Shift process team in sputter process sustaining, troubleshooting & improvement in order to achieve sputter utilization (down time) & quality goal. Responsible for leading, supervising, and coaching/training process technicians, including engineering specialists and characterization technicians. Responsible for training and sharing PMR/DS sputter process and yield improvement knowledge with the team. Responsible for sputter parameter monitoring, including online SPC monitoring and procedure conformance. Responsible for sputter machine start-up, including process characterization (new products & process changes). Responsible for new products/machines/process qualification. Responsible for sputter process improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others). Others include FMEA. Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely Follow safety and health rules Responsible for assisting in sputter yield-related issues troubleshooting (common causes). Work closely with Anelva yield team in sputter yield sustaining, troubleshooting & improvement in order to achieve sputter yield goal. This includes 0725 Operation Yield Improvement. Other supervisor assigned tasks Improve Media magnetic baseline: ACC% and to enable process stability and repeatability via recipe tuning and optimization. Responsible for new product qualifications. Required : Material Science and Engineering degree Preferred : Vacuum Technology related studies or thesis is preferred Skilss : Ability English communication (spoken and written) WD 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. WD 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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com 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. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com .