Co-Op: Channel Integration Engineer (HDD Lab Testing)

WD; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Digital is seeking a Read/Write Channel Integration Engineer to work with HDD technology, evaluating new channel features, performing failure analysis, and developing scripts and tools for a digital signal processing chip used for data recording and readback.

The role includes vendor channel integration, hands-on lab testing with oscilloscopes for failure analysis, and developing hardware test plans while collaborating with WD product teams.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Persistence on problem/issue resolution.
• Excellent communication skills and a good team player.
• Strong programming skills (Python, C/C++, Tcl, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integration of vendor channels to maximize HDD read/write performance.
• Test HDDs in a hands on, lab-based environment, using oscilloscopes to aid in failure analysis (FA).
• Develop and execute hardware test plans; summarize and present results within and outside channel team.
• Software skills required to support and develop effective test tools.
• Work closely with vendor technical support teams and our internal Western Digital product development teams.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong programming

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Western Digital is seeking a Read/Write Channel Integration Engineer to work with HDD technology, evaluating new channel features, performing failure analysis, and developing scripts and tools for a digital signal processing chip used for data recording and readback.

The role includes vendor channel integration, hands-on lab testing with oscilloscopes for failure analysis, and developing hardware test plans while collaborating with WD product teams.