Company Description
At 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 and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, WD_BLACK™, and SanDisk® Professional brands.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.
Job Description
- Lead the architecture design of core vacuum systems for thin-film deposition equipment, including the selection and integration of vacuum chambers, pump groups, leak detection systems, and control modules.
- Ensure the system meets ultra-high vacuum (UHV) requirements and process stability standards.
- Responsible for the development of vacuum equipment control software, implementing intelligent features such as adaptive vacuum regulation and self-diagnosis.
- Build a centralized data platform and develop vacuum process parameter analysis modules to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Lead the integration of electrical, mechanical, and vacuum subsystems.
- Define PLC/HMI control logic to enable coordinated operation between multiple subsystems, such as vacuum systems, RF power supplies, and substrate heating stations.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or above in Vacuum Technology, Mechanical, or Automation Control, or a related field.
- Over 5 years of experience the design, development, and troubleshooting of high-vacuum systems, with a deep understanding of system integration and fault diagnosis.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Chinese, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multicultural teams.
- Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating leadership, problem-solving, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions on time.
Additional Information
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 [email protected] 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.
