Wafer Manufacturing Process Engineer

Western DigitalFremont, CA
Onsite

About The Position

Western Digital is seeking a candidate to join its HDD Operations team in Fremont, CA. The candidate will participate in processes related to semiconductor wafer manufacturing, including but not limited to: Sustain ion beam mill and deposition processes for magnetic and non-magnetic thin films, including data review, disposition, and flagging of process excursions. Develop robust processes to reduce Within Wafer (WIW) and Wafer to Wafer (WTW) variation while optimizing processes to improve wafer yield. Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, design, integration, and equipment engineering teams to transfer new tools and processes to production, and support fab operations 24/7 to address production issues.

Requirements

  • BS degree, Minimum 0-3+ years or MS degree, Minimum 0-1+ year in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related engineering field.
  • Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving, data analysis, and failure analysis skills.
  • Strong team-player with ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems.
  • Willing to learn new knowledge and conduct research in new areas.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Sustain ion beam mill and deposition processes for magnetic and non-magnetic thin films, including data review, disposition, and flagging of process excursions.
  • Develop robust processes to reduce Within Wafer (WIW) and Wafer to Wafer (WTW) variation while optimizing processes to improve wafer yield.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, design, integration, and equipment engineering teams to transfer new tools and processes to production, and support fab operations 24/7 to address production issues.

Benefits

  • 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
  • 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
  • the WD Savings 401(k) Plan
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