Western Digital

Data Storage

SeniorEngineer,FailureAnalysisEngineering

Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Engineer, Failure Analysis Engineering at Western Digital. Skills: Failure Analysis, Defect Classification, Yield Performance Monitoring. Analyze reject disks using microscopes and advanced equipment. Interpret defect analysis results and compile reports”

What You'll Achieve.

Improve defect rates

Industry & Context.

Data Storage
Problems you'll solve

Analyze problems; Develop solutions; Implement solutions effectively

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Degree Holder from any Engineering or related field from a recognized institution, Min 3 year(s) working experience in Failure Analysis environment, Fundamentals of Engineering, Problem-Solving Abilities, Hands-On Experience, Project Management, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Adaptability

Nice to Have

A desire to learn and take initiative in seeking knowledge and opportunities for growth.

What You'll Do.

Analyze reject disks using microscopes and advanced equipment

Interpret defect analysis results and compile reports

Lead discussions on defect issues

Track and monitor yield performance

Coordinate with FA Tech for reject disk analysis

Develop and implement corrective actions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Lead discussions with process owners on defect issues; Work effectively in a team environment

Communication Scope

Verbal communication skills; Written communication skills

Process & Methodology

Basic skills in managing projects, Planning, Execution, Reporting

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. Job Description Essential Responsibilities: * Analyze reject disks using microscopes and advanced equipment (AFM, SEM EDX, Wyko, Zygo, OSA) to identify and classify defects. * Interpret defect analysis results, including SEM EDX data, and compile failure analysis reports. * Lead discussions with process owners on defect issues and work to address unknown defects. * Track and monitor yield performance using EIS and Spotfire, including viewing iris mapping and disk quality performance (KPOV). * Coordinate with FA Tech to ensure correct reject disks are pulled for analysis. * Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to improve defect rates. ## Qualifications Required : * Degree Holder from any Engineering or related field from a recognized institution * Min 3 year(s) working experience in Failure Analysis environment will be an added advantage Skills: * Fundamentals of Engineering: Understanding of core engin

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