Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering
Bayan Lepas, MalaysiaFull-timePosted Jun 24, 2026
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Staff Engineer, Manufacturing EngineeringFull-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowBusiness Function: Manufacturing EngineeringWork Location: Bayan Lepas PN1--LOC_WDT_MY0703Company DescriptionWD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.Join us and let’s shape the future of data.Job DescriptionBROAD FUNCTIONS :· To plan, coordinate and follow-up sputter systems start-up / conversion activities and processdocumentation.· To audit sputter parameters and practice periodically, include online SPC and procedureconformance.· To lead sputter process related issues trouble shooting (common causes), work closely with shiftprocess team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order to achievesputter utilization (down time), yield & quality goal.· To lead Sputter Process Improvement Projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others), whichinclude new products/machines/process qualification.· To lead, supervise and coach/train process tech, include engineering specialist and characterizetechnicians.RESPONSIBILITIES :Regular· Responsible for sputter process related issues trouble shooting (common causes), work closelywith Shift process team in sputter process sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in order toachieve sputter utilization (down time) & quality goal.· Responsible to lead, supervise and coach/train process tech, include engineering specialist andcharacterize technicians. Responsible to train and share PMR/DS sputter process and yieldimprovement knowledge with the team.· Responsible for sputter parameters monitoring, include online SPC monitoring and procedureconformance.· Responsible for sputter machine start-up include process characterize (new products & processchanges).· Responsible for new products/machines/process qualification.· Responsible for sputter process improvement projects (SU/STT/Cost/Quality/PPH & others).Others include FMEA.· Understand and accept responsibility for performing jobs safely· Follow safety and health rules· Responsible to assist in sputter yield related issues trouble shooting (common causes). Workclosely with Anelva yield team in sputter yield sustaining, trouble shooting & improvement in orderto achieve sputter yield goal. This includes 0725 Operation Yield Improvement.· Other supervisor assigned taskImprove Media magnetic baseline: ACC% and to enable process stability and repeatability via recipe tuning and optimization. Responsible for new product qualifications. QualificationsRequired :Material Science and Engineering degree Preferred :Vacuum Technology related studies or thesis is preferred Skilss : Ability English communication (spoken and written)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...