Technologist Head modeling

3 weeks ago

San Jose, United States Western Digital Full time

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced modeling engineer to join the recording head modeling team. This role focuses on the development and optimization of advanced magnetic writer/reader head designs to support HDD areal density growth and roadmap. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of magnetic device modeling and recording physics and a strong background in the development of simulation models.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to the development and simulation of next generation writer/reader head models.
  • Analyze data from simulations and experimental DOEs to provide root cause physics understanding and design improvement options.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including process and characterization engineers.
  • Document and communicate clear and actionable conclusions to both the design and process teams. Contribute to definition of future roadmaps.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

  • Ph.D degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in spintronics and magnetic device modeling and design, particularly in the HDD and/or MRAM industry.
  • Demonstrated expertise in micro-magnetic modeling (and tools), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and/or general electromagnetic simulation tools.
  • Experience with FEA pre-processing tools (geometry engines and meshing) and 3D visualization tools such as Paraview.
  • Proficiency in scripting programming languages such as Python/MATLAB, or similar tools, for modeling execution automation and data analysis.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment and effectively collaborate with other teams.
  • Strong verbal communication and documentation skills.

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 (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 Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law 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 jobs.accommodations@wdc.com 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.

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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. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
  • 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. Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Western Digital’s Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan.
  • Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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