Materials Development Engineer for Advanced Process Development

6 days ago


Fremont, California, United States Western Digital Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated development engineer to join our Heat Assisted Magnetic Recording (HAMR) team. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and extensive experience in advanced process development, materials science, characterization testing, and materials modeling.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and innovate in the development of advanced processes for HAMR technology, refining fabrication techniques, improving process efficiency, and enhancing material performance.
  • Work with the thin film team to research and develop optical and plasmonic materials specifically tailored for HAMR applications.
  • Design and conduct experiments to characterize the properties and performance of materials used in HAMR, utilizing a range of testing techniques to ensure material suitability and device reliability.
  • Analyze experimental data and modeling results to inform material and process improvements, interpreting findings to guide further research and development efforts.
Qualifications:
  • PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in advanced process development, materials science, characterization testing.
  • Strong background in development, characterization, and testing of optical and plasmonic materials.
  • Ability to analyze complex experimental data and modeling results to drive research and development, with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of materials modeling tools and techniques.
  • Experience in the use of software for data analysis, visualization, and interpretation.

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