Principal Engineer, Product Development Engineering

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The candidate will support Western Digital Memory Design teams, working on characterization test planning, development, execution and data analysis for all of 3D NAND Memory Die. In addition the ideal candidate will develop test programs on state-of-the-art engineering memory test systems Advantest T58XX, Teradyne EV Series and assist in high-speed load board design. 

RESPONSIBLITIES 

• Responsible for defining and tracking characterization test plans through 3D NAND memory development cycles from first silicon through internal qualification and mass production. 

• Define characterization test methodology and write characterization test programs on Memory ATE (Automated Test Equipment) Teradyne and Advantest test systems. 

• Right tools as necessary to assist silicon debug, validation and test correlation with other test engineering teams across global sites. 

• Characterization of all 3D NAND memory technology and designs for logic / functionality, performance, power consumption, timing and some aspects of reliability.  

• Maintain close communication with the local design team as well as applications engineering team to ensure the design is meeting both internal and external specifications. 

• Prepare and present data to the design team on validation / statistics and work closely to drive issues through closure. 

• Customize test coverage and define new test strategy for OEM specific customers.  

• Provide test engineering support for design debug activity and failure analysis.  

• Silicon micro-probing skills on micro manipulator will be necessary. 

 REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and related with X+ years of experience in validation of NAND memory or consumer products. Experience in storage device a plus. 

• Strong analytical problem solving skills to troubleshoot variety of system-level issues down to system / device HW/SW 

• Strong Knowledge on ATE Testers (setup, Capabilities, limitations, Electrical and timing Spec of Testers) 

• Knowledge of Scope Probes, Current and Voltage measurement equipment  

• Strong knowledge on AC and DC Characterization, timing measurements using ATE is must 

• Coding language on C / C++ / Visual C++ is a must. 

• Experience in scripting languages like perl / python etc., is a plus. 

• Ability to work efficiently in a group, as an individual, and in a team environment. 

• Fluent in MS Office, esp. Power point presentation, Excel and Word. 

• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems, multi-task and meet deadlines. 

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. 

Qualifications

B.E / B. Tech (Electronics and Communication), MS / MTech 

Additional Information

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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