Staff Engineer, CMP Process Engineer

**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 and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. • *Job Description** We are seeking a highly skilled Technologist, CMP Process Engineer to join our innovative semiconductor manufacturing team in San Jose, United States. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) processes crucial to our advanced HDD production. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Develop and optimize CMP processes for various materials and applications in HDD manufacturing + Analyze and troubleshoot CMP-related issues to improve yield and performance + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate CMP processes into the overall manufacturing flow + Design and execute experiments to evaluate new CMP consumables, equipment, and processes + Monitor and analyze CMP process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement + Develop and maintain process control strategies to ensure consistent CMP performance + Participate in new technology development and implementation projects + Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel on CMP processes + Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in CMP and semiconductor manufacturing • *Qualifications** REQUIRED + Hands-On experience in CMP Tool and process engineering or related semiconductor manufacturing role + Master's degree or Ph.D in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field + Strong knowledge of CMP processes, equipment, and consumables + Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., JMP, Script) + Experience with process optimization and troubleshooting in a semiconductor manufacturing environment SKILLS + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills + Strong communication and teamwork abilities + Familiarity with metrology tools and techniques relevant to CMP processes + Knowledge of thin film deposition and etching processes + Experience with design of experiments (DOE) methodologies + Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) techniques + Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment + Willingness to work flexible hours as required by manufacturing schedules + 6 Sigma greenbelt and beyond is preferred • *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 Digita