Western Digital is hiring a Staff Engineer, Hardware Development Engineering (Tribology Characterization and Test Development)

As a Staff Engineer in the Spacing Control and Integration group, you will support hard disk drive development by executing and designing tests to evaluate spacing, tribology, and reliability. You will analyze data, generate reports, and lead technicians while overseeing the operation of advanced characterization and metrology tools. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to collaborate across teams and drive improvements through test innovation and data automation. Job Responsibilities and Role Accountabilities: - Plan and execute tests and experiments to evaluate the performance of new HDD designs using cutting-edge spacing characterization, tribology, and metrology tools. - Apply statistical analysis to interpret experimental data and derive meaningful insights. - Generate comprehensive reports summarizing test results and findings. - Provide recommendations for design improvements based on experimental data. - Develop automation scripts to streamline data processing and report generation. - Lead projects and tests to ensure completion within committed timelines. - Oversee daily tester operations, ensuring proper functionality, and troubleshoot any issues that arise. - Develop and refine test methodologies to analyze and characterize unique and evolving HDD designs. - Identify and resolve system-related challenges and limitations. - Collaborate with global counterparts in planning and executing spacing characterization initiatives. - Perform other duties as assigned.