Company DescriptionAt Western Digital, 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, Western Digital 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.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You'll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That's us, too.We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data.Job DescriptionEngineer under Product Development Team will be responsible for Platform (SSD) Test Development activities in relation to NPI Product Test Development. Scope of engineering work encompasses following:Participates in designing a complete comprehensive framework of Functional Product Test Plan for any specific Memory or SSD product (SATA,SAS,PCIe).Participates in designing processes for technical platforms, system specifications, input/output and working parameters for hardware and/or software compatibility.Conceives system interfaces and business application prototypes. Identifies, analyzes and resolves system design weaknesses.Influences the shaping of future products by contributing to the framework (architecture) used across multiple products or systems.Participates in designing, developing, and implementing effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment for NPI phases of product development and manufacturing.Provides multi-layered technical expertise for next generation initiatives.Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, and completes specifications and procedures for new products.Plans the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices.Participates in evaluating test strategy to best fit the quality-of-test for new productDevelops Product characterization parameters by using test platform or instrumentationPerforms analytical study by using statistical tools – SPC/MiniTab/JMP, conduct FMEA, custom DOE, prepare and liaise with other support Engineering groups for efficient manufacturing test platformDevelops/modifies tools to aid test development using scripting languages such as C++,PythonPublish Whitepaper(s) on area of Test SpecializationAnalyzing, troubleshooting and fixing issues discovered by internal test teams or by customer use of the products.Representing the team in one or more multi-disciplined engineering core team(s).QualificationsMSc/MEng/BEng in E&E or MicroelectronicsCandidates with deep electronics knowledge will have advantage.Candidate with programming knowledge especially Python will have advantage.Additional InformationWestern Digital 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.Western Digital 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 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: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital's behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital 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 .
