Western Digital
Principal Engineer Hardware Development Engineering
Western Digital, Fremont, California, us, 94537
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process development and manufacturing implementation of new photolithography (NSR, DUV248 and 193nm) processes for HAMR development.
Responsible for process automation set up including recipe, Advanced Process Control, SPC, sustaining and improving process control.
Document processes and procedures, train and certify technicians/operators, and conduct audits periodically.
Provide HAMR photo weekend coverage, track & disposition critical wafer hold, with primary process owner’s input if needed.
Support Track flow recipe setup and urgent Archer recipe setup for HAMR layers.
Facilitate and expedite mature HAMR photo processes transfer to MFG.
Support HAMR manufacturability initiatives like route reduction, new mark layer testing, cost reduction projects.
Support HAMR photo layer MFG metrology qualification and implementation, for example, SS10K, ODIN, defect inspection metrology, optical image undercut metrology, etc.
Full-time, 5 day weekend shift.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED
MS or PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related engineering field. 5+ years of industrial experience is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of photolithography.
Excellent analytical and communication skills and the ability to find correlations and patterns among large amounts of data. Be able to make decisions and execute them in a timely manner.
Be able to work with diverse teams and people from different backgrounds and from other departments. Strong quality mindset and the ability to accept different opinions.
ASML scanner, NSR, Canon, DNSC & TEL tracks hands-on experience.
PREFERRED
Photo Process Engineering Experience in data storage/Semiconductor industry is preferred.
Prefer to have hands-on experience in photolithography process development. Experience with DOE, SPC, APC, and JMP is a plus.
SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and improve lithography processes.
Data analysis and statistics (JMP, SAS, SQL etc.).
Team-oriented, good verbal and written communication skills, high integrity.
Work independently with minimum supervision and follow up issues to closure.
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe that 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
jobs.accommodations@wdc.com
to advise us of your accommodation request.
Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.
You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; and other voluntary benefit programs.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Process development and manufacturing implementation of new photolithography (NSR, DUV248 and 193nm) processes for HAMR development.
Responsible for process automation set up including recipe, Advanced Process Control, SPC, sustaining and improving process control.
Document processes and procedures, train and certify technicians/operators, and conduct audits periodically.
Provide HAMR photo weekend coverage, track & disposition critical wafer hold, with primary process owner’s input if needed.
Support Track flow recipe setup and urgent Archer recipe setup for HAMR layers.
Facilitate and expedite mature HAMR photo processes transfer to MFG.
Support HAMR manufacturability initiatives like route reduction, new mark layer testing, cost reduction projects.
Support HAMR photo layer MFG metrology qualification and implementation, for example, SS10K, ODIN, defect inspection metrology, optical image undercut metrology, etc.
Full-time, 5 day weekend shift.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED
MS or PhD degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related engineering field. 5+ years of industrial experience is preferred.
In-depth knowledge of photolithography.
Excellent analytical and communication skills and the ability to find correlations and patterns among large amounts of data. Be able to make decisions and execute them in a timely manner.
Be able to work with diverse teams and people from different backgrounds and from other departments. Strong quality mindset and the ability to accept different opinions.
ASML scanner, NSR, Canon, DNSC & TEL tracks hands-on experience.
PREFERRED
Photo Process Engineering Experience in data storage/Semiconductor industry is preferred.
Prefer to have hands-on experience in photolithography process development. Experience with DOE, SPC, APC, and JMP is a plus.
SKILLS
Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and improve lithography processes.
Data analysis and statistics (JMP, SAS, SQL etc.).
Team-oriented, good verbal and written communication skills, high integrity.
Work independently with minimum supervision and follow up issues to closure.
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. We believe that 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
jobs.accommodations@wdc.com
to advise us of your accommodation request.
Compensation & Benefits Details
An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.
You will be eligible to participate in Western Digital’s Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tuition reimbursement; and other voluntary benefit programs.
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