Drive Integration Engineer (Role begins Summer 2026) at WesternDigital

WesternDigital

Irvine, CA, us·2h ago

Entry LevelFull-time

Salary Range

$51,000 - $69,000 /year

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Position Overview Support the integration, validation, and launch of HDD products from development through high-volume manufacturing. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure drives meet performance, quality, and manufacturing requirements. Key Responsibilities Integration & Testing: • Support system integration activities and help troubleshoot issues during validation • Assist in bringing up manufacturing test processes and implementing product features • Learn to identify patterns in HDD failures and contribute to corrective action plansQuality & Yield Support: • Help analyze test data to identify improvement opportunities • Support yield improvement initiatives under guidance of senior engineers • Track and report on key metrics related to drive performance and manufacturing qualityCross-Functional Collaboration: • Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support manufacturing test milestones • Participate in technical reviews and status meetings • Communicate progress, issues, and learnings to team members and managementProduct Development Support: • Assist in defining development phases, product requirements, and feature specifications alongside the HDD Program Management Team • Help document development processes and maintain technical documentationThis role is part of WD's early career development program. WD's early career development program is ideal for individuals at the early stages of their professional career.  Participants receive foundational training through structured onboarding, mentorship, and a curated development curriculum. The responsibilities of this role are typically aligned with candidates who have approximately 0–2+ years of relevant professional experience, though candidates of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

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About WesternDigital

Western Digital is a global leader in data storage solutions, providing innovative technologies to manage, store, and protect digital information. Headquartered in the United States, the company has been at the forefront of the storage industry since its founding in 1970, evolving from a semiconductor manufacturer to a pioneer in hard drives, solid-state drives, and cloud storage solutions. With a strong presence in both consumer and enterprise markets, Western Digital plays a critical role in enabling the digital transformation across various sectors, including entertainment, healthcare, and enterprise data centers. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of storage products, including high-capacity hard drives, high-performance solid-state drives, and data center solutions tailored for scalability and reliability. Key features of their products include advanced data protection technologies, energy efficiency, and seamless integration with cloud platforms. Western Digital serves a diverse audience, from individual consumers seeking reliable storage for personal devices to large enterprises requiring robust data management systems. Their solutions are designed to meet the growing demands of data-intensive applications, ensuring speed, durability, and ease of use. Western Digital has achieved significant milestones, including being a key supplier to major cloud service providers and holding a leading market share in the storage industry. The company’s unique value proposition lies in its ability to combine cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise, delivering solutions that address the evolving needs of the digital age. By continuously innovating and investing in research and development, Western Digital remains a trusted partner for organizations and individuals alike, ensuring that data is stored securely and accessed efficiently.