Principal Process Engineer – CMP Process Engineering – Western Digital

Job title: Principal Process Engineer – CMP Process Engineering

Company: Western Digital

Job description: 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 Description

• CMP Process Engineer in a high-volume 24×7 wafer fabrication environment that is responsible for maintaining key parameter control within tight specifications for both manufacturing and development wafers.
• The responsibilities consist of but not limited to: wafer data review and disposition; create & modify recipes and set up APC on various CMP tools; communicate to the primary process/metrology/integration engineers and production line; understand the application & reliability of metrology tools such as AFM, topography, SEM/FIB/TEM, etc.
• Collaborate with R&D, FA, integration and other modules to design & improve process, failure analysis with data analysis and physical characterization.
• Lead projects to improve process capability of WIW & WTW sigma, reduce cycle time, costs and defects, increase throughputs and line yield.
• Key role supporting the development, qualification, and manufacturing ramping of new products.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related engineering field.
• At least 5 years of experience in CMP and other device manufacturing techniques (Electroplating, Liftoff, Photolithography, etc.) and metrology (AFM, optical inspections tools, FIB, etc.).
• Experience in wafer-level magnetic recording head fabrication is desirable.
• Strong background and experience in statistical data analysis and 6-sigma methodologies.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills with ability to work in a cross-functional team setting.
• Must possess manufacturing process engineering mindset, ability to work in a high-pace dynamic environment, and ability to multi-task.

Additional InformationWestern Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the poster.Western 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.#LI-AS1

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Location: Fremont, CA

Job date: Sat, 30 Mar 2024 06:51:41 GMT

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