Engineer, Equipment Engineering at Western Digital

Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Data Storage, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor or above in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering
Machine/mechanical knowledge in design and optimization
Familiar with Solidworks and AutoCAD
Detail and action oriented, self-starter, ability to work independently and deliver high quality solutions
Ability to work effectively with multi-functional team members, with good communication skills
Good verbal and written English

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering teams to identify opportunities for automation improvements in specific systems/processes (e.g., production lines, robotic systems)
Assist in designing, testing, and implementing automation solutions, including hardware and software components
Support the integration of control systems, sensors, actuators, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to optimize performance
Analyze data from automated systems to identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements
Participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and maintaining automation equipment and processes
Document project progress, technical specifications, and outcomes for future reference and compliance
Stay updated on emerging automation technologies and contribute innovative ideas to improve system capabilities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

automationPLCcontrol systemssensorsactuatorshardware designsoftware implementationdata analysistroubleshootingdebugging

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or on-site?

This is an on-site position.

What degree is required for this role?

A Bachelor's degree or above in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering is required.

What technical skills are needed for this Engineer position?

Candidates need machine/mechanical knowledge in design and optimization, and familiarity with Solidworks and Autocad.

What is the company culture like at Western Digital?

Western Digital values diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative environment where individuals thrive through belonging, respect, and contribution, fostering the fusion of various perspectives for the best outcomes.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates are detail and action oriented, self-starters who can work independently to deliver high-quality solutions, collaborate effectively with multi-functional teams, and have good verbal and written English skills.

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$927.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.

Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.

Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.

The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.

Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.

Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.

Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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