Western Digital

Data Storage

JuniorPackagingEngineer

Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for entry candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Data Storage
Problems you'll solve

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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