Early Career Talent - Applications Engineer (Data Science/Automation)

Western Digital • Fremont, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our dynamic team at Western Digital as a full-time Early Career Talent engineer specializing in Data Science and Automation. You will play a pivotal role in driving productivity and digital transformation initiatives within our wafer fabrication operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, including RFID technology deployment, camera-based OCR, and integration with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and wearables to optimize wafer scheduling and operator workflows.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with graduation date between December 2024-December 2025.
• Hands-on experience with Python for data analysis, machine learning, and automation.
• Exposure to project management methodologies; Agile/Scrum certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with RFID, camera-based OCR, MES systems, and wearable technologies is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement RFID sensors and camera-based OCR for real-time data capture and workflow automation.
• Interface sensor outputs with MES and wearable technologies to streamline wafer scheduling and improve operator productivity.
• Lead and support projects focused on workflow simplification, process optimization, and digital twin creation using RFID data.
• Contribute to the advancement of robotic autonomy and AI-driven automation in wafer fab environments.
• Apply project management skills to ensure timely delivery and successful implementation of key initiatives.
• Participate in ongoing upskilling programs, including Agile Scrum and Industry 4.0 training, to stay at the forefront of manufacturing innovation.

Benefits

• Mentorship from experienced leaders and subject matter experts.
• Opportunities to work on expansive projects, including digital twin modeling and robotics.
• Access to professional development programs and certifications in advanced manufacturing, automation, and data science.
• Clear trajectory for career advancement within WDC and the wafer fab domain.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees