Senior Equipment Engineer

Western Digital Corporation; Kuching; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital Corporation is seeking an Equipment Engineer to support troubleshooting, installation, qualification, and continuous improvement across manufacturing lines in Sarawak Kuching. You will work on equipment automation using AI, integrate modules, and enhance process performance with mechanical and electrical design input.

The role requires pursuing a Master’s degree in a related engineering field and welcomes fresh graduates with relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Materials, Automation, or related engineering field.
• Fresh graduates with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• Strong technical knowledge with hands-on equipment, automation, electrical/mechanical systems, or process equipment.
• Experience or interest in CMP, polishing automation, AI-based process control, robotics, and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Equipment troubleshooting, installation, qualification, modification, and continuous improvement for manufacturing lines.
• Develop and implement equipment automation and upgrades using AI and latest automation technologies.
• Prepare and maintain electrical drawings, wiring layouts, software debugging, and control systems for process equipment.
• Integrate different equipment modules and systems to ensure stable operation.
• Design, modify, and assemble mechanical and electrical components to improve equipment performance.
• Monitor and optimize process parameters to achieve quality and performance targets.
• Develop maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing procedures for equipment components.
• Conduct equipment characterization and capability studies to meet quality standards.
• Support equipment design, modification, expansion, and automation projects.

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related field

Job description

• Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below
• Business Function: Manufacturing Engineering
• Work Location: Sarawak Kuching Office--LOC_HGST_MYS1

Company Description

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy.

As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in.

We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.

This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.

We’re looking for peoplewho want to build, solve, and operate at that level.

Join us and let’s shape the future of data.

Job Description

The Equipment Engineer is responsible for equipment troubleshooting, installation, qualification, modification, automation, and continuous improvement to ensure stable, reliable, and efficient equipment performance. Mechanical, electrical, software, AI, and automation solutions are designed and integrated to enhance process equipment capability and automation tooling performance. Maintenance procedures, technical documentation, safety standards, and technician training are developed, while equipment projects, equipment characterization, and manufacturing capability development are supported.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Equipment troubleshooting, installation, qualification, modification, and continuous improvement are supported across manufacturing lines.
• Equipment automation and upgrades are developed and implemented using AI and the latest automation technologies to improve equipment stability, performance, and productivity.
• Electrical drawings, wiring layouts, software debugging, and control systems are prepared and maintained for process equipment.
• Different equipment modules and systems are integrated to ensure stable and reliable operation.
• Mechanical and electrical components are designed, modified, and assembled to improve equipment performance across various process requirements.
• Process parameters are monitored and optimized to achieve consistent output quality and performance targets.
• Maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing procedures are developed for equipment electrical and mechanical components.
• Equipment characterization and capability studies are performed to ensure equipment meets required quality, performance, and specification standards.
• Equipment design, modification, expansion, and automation projects are supported.
• SOPs, safety procedures, environmental requirements, and HIRAC documentation are prepared and maintained.
• Technical and safety training are provided, and safety guidelines are established for equipment technicians.
• Process, manufacturing, automation teams, and suppliers are closely collaborated with to identify problems, develop solutions, and drive equipment improvements.
• Consumable usage and equipment-related costs are monitored and optimized to reduce cost of ownership.
• Equipment-related data is collected and analyzed to support continuous improvement and predictive maintenance initiatives.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Fresh graduates with relevant engineering qualifications are encouraged to apply.

PREFERRED:

• Strong technical knowledge and hands‑on equipment, automation, electrical/mechanical systems, or process equipment
• Good problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills related to surface finishing and polishing processes
• Experience or strong interest in CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization), polishing automation, AI‑based process control, robotics, and new technologies

Additional Information

WD 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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