Western Digital
Data Storage
JuniorPackagingEngineer
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“Junior Packaging Engineer at Western Digital. Skills: Packaging design, Packaging testing, Packaging qualification. Assist in packaging design and development activities under senior engineer supervision. Prepare and maintain packaging specifications, BOMs, and technical drawings”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver on time
Industry & Context.
Problem solvers
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, or Packaging Engineering (or equivalent), 0–2 years of working experience
Nice to Have
Basic knowledge of CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent), Understanding of engineering fundamentals (materials, mechanics, manufacturing), Familiarity with packaging concepts is a plus (not mandatory), Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Final year project or internship related to packaging, product design, or manufacturing, Exposure to quality management systems (ISO, QMS), Basic knowledge of ESD handling for electronics
What You'll Do.
Assist in packaging design and development activities under senior engineer supervision
Prepare and maintain packaging specifications
and technical drawings
Support CAD modeling and packaging structure updates
Execute packaging tests per ISTA/ASTM protocols (drop
and analyze test data
Assist in packaging qualification documentation and ECO submissions
Support NPI packaging activities including sample preparation and testing
Assist in sustaining engineering tasks — ECOs
and change implementations
Coordinate with manufacturing teams on packaging-related issues
Assist in coordinating with packaging material suppliers for sample procurement
Support supplier qualification activities under senior engineer guidance
Ensure work is conducted in compliance with WD quality and safety standards
Assist in maintaining packaging documentation within WD QMS
Actively participate in training programs and technical workshops
Shadow senior engineers on complex projects to build technical competence
Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver on time
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Coordinate with manufacturing teams; Support supplier qualification activities under senior engineer guidance; Shadow senior engineers on complex projects
Full Job Description
At WD, 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, WD 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 and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. The Junior Packaging Engineer is an entry-level engineering role designed for fresh graduates or early-career engineers eager to build expertise in packaging design, testing, and qualification within a world-class technology company. You will work closely under the guidance of Senior Packaging Engineers, gaining hands-on experience across packaging design, lab testing, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is a strong foundation for a long-term engineering career at Western Digital. Key Responsibilities : Design & Documentation * Assist in packaging design and development activities under senior engineer supervision * Prepare and maintain packaging specifications, BOMs, and technical drawings * Support CAD modeling and packaging structure updates Testing & Qualification * Execute packaging tests per ISTA/ASTM protocols (drop, vibration, compression, climate) * Record, compile, and analyze test data;
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