Principal Engineer QA Engineering

  • Full-time
  • Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
  • Business Function: Quality Assurance Engineering
  • Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN1--LOC_WDT_MY0703

Company Description

The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.


We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data. Now we’re helping the world capture, preserve, access and transform data in a way only we can.

The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.

But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data. 
 
Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the G-Technology™, HGST, SanDisk®, Tegile™, Upthere™, and WD® brands.

Job Description

  1. Providing expert guidance to engineering teams on technical matters.
  2. Leading research and development efforts to explore new technologies and methodologies.
  3. Encouraging innovation within the team and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  4. Ensure that lab activities meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, to have full involvement in quality audits.
  5. Oversee analytical data and ensure accuracy and integrity.
  6. Collaborate with development team for local technology upgrade or improvement.
  7. Provide clear vision/mission to the lab team towards business accomplishment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or above, major in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Material Science or Physics.
  • A minimum of 2 years or more relevant work experience in media manufacturing and lab management is preferred.
  • Able to communicate effectively within the department, across interdepartmental teams, and between different business sites
  • Able to lead and influence the entire team toward achieving departmental goals and objectives that align with the company's playbook
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a data-driven approach.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provide a clear vision and mission to the team to drive business accomplishment.
  • Provide effective coaching to the team for skill and performance improvement.
  • Able to manage department budget to ensure smooth operation of regular departmental activities.
  • Involve or participate actively in planning for business performance.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skill. 

Additional Information

Because Western Digital thrives on the power of diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect, and contribution, we are committed to giving every qualified applicant and employee an equal opportunity.  Western Digital does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their protected class status and complies with all federal and state laws against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, as well as 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.

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