Head-Media Design Technologist for HDDs

Aitomic Jobs; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital is seeking a Technologist in Product Design Engineering to develop robust head-media interfaces for magnetic recording media integrated into HDD products.

You will collaborate with R&D and global teams to innovate and productize designs, manage complex manufacturing systems, and ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

A strong background in materials science and vacuum deposition is required, with leadership experience in cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related engineering field.
• 15+ years of engineering development or R&D experience in magnetic recording media.
• Deep knowledge of hard disk carbon overcoat, lubricant processes, and reliability testing.
• Experience with vacuum technology including PVD/CVD.
• Head-media interface design for high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Preferred: hands-on experience with ANELVA deposition tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop head-media interface designs meeting performance for high-volume manufacturing.
• Improve sputtering processes to reduce defects and enhance yield.
• Optimize magnetic areal density by reducing head-media spacing while ensuring reliability.
• Test and validate recording media designs for compliance with specs and standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, QA, and product engineering to drive improvements.
• Document technical findings and process improvements with reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Project management

Leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related engineering field

Tools

ANELVA deposition tools

PVD

CVD

Job description

Western Digital is seeking a Technologist in Product Design Engineering to develop robust head-media interfaces for magnetic recording media integrated into HDD products.

You will collaborate with R&D and global teams to innovate and productize designs, manage complex manufacturing systems, and ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

A strong background in materials science and vacuum deposition is required, with leadership experience in cross-functional projects.