Western Digital

Data Storage

StaffProcessEngineerElectroplatingandCMP

$115–154k Fremont, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Staff Process Engineer - Electroplating and CMP at Western Digital. Skills: Electroplating, CMP, Process Engineering, Statistical Process Control. Manufacturing engineer owner of wet processes (Electroplating and CMP) in magnetic recording head wafer fabrication. Responsible for statistical process control (SPC) of process, chemistries, and tool parameters”

What You'll Achieve.

ensure uniform deposition or removal of metal/dielectric materials; maintain process margin; achieve maturity

Industry & Context.

Data Storage
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving; analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

Demonstrated ability to work in a cleanroom environment wearing full coverall garments for extended periods

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s with 0-5+ years or Master’s with 0-3+ years of experience in related field, Minimum 0-3+ years of direct hands-on experience of the techniques and equipment used in electroplating and CMP processes, working knowledge of operating and maintaining electroplating and CMP tools and related equipment is a must, Proficiency in AI-driven data analytics, smart manufacturing systems, and statistical analysis tools like JMP is required, The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment is crucial, Meticulous attention to detail is important to ensure precise and accurate process execution, Demonstrated ability to work in a cleanroom environment wearing full coverall garments for extended periods

Nice to Have

Ph. D preferred

What You'll Do.

Manufacturing engineer owner of wet processes (Electroplating and CMP) in magnetic recording head wafer fabrication

Responsible for statistical process control (SPC) of process

Responsible for optimizing process performance

Conduct failure analysis for process/tool deviations that result in defects and affect wafer quality

Participate in the introduction of new processes/materials into manufacturing

Participate in the introduction and qualification of new Wet process equipment

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

collaboration

Communication Scope

Excellent communication

Process & Methodology

The ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment

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