Westerndigital

Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering

Biñan City, LAGUNA, Philippines · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerWesterndigital
LocationBiñan City, LAGUNA, 4024, Philippines
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted2 months ago

The Early Career Talent (ECT) -- Engineering will join Western Digital's Head Backend Business Unit under the BEST Program, a structured 24-month development journey covering Foundation Training (Months 1-12) and Applied Projects (Months 13-18) before permanent deployment in Months 19-24.

The ECT will support slider processing and HGA (Head Gimbal Assembly) manufacturing operations, working alongside senior engineers on process improvement, quality assurance, yield analysis, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives.

This role is based in the Philippines (PHO) and reports to the assigned Program Owner under the Head Backend Operations organization. The ECT will be assigned a dedicated senior engineer mentor throughout the program.

Key responsibilities include:

Participating in structured technical training modules covering WD manufacturing systems, safety, quality standards, and engineering fundamentals
Supporting small-scope improvement projects in Phase 2 under mentor guidance
Documenting observations, completing standard work instructions, and contributing to yield and efficiency data collection
Engaging in regular check-ins, milestone assessments, and Individual Development Plan (IDP) reviews
Demonstrating continuous learning and commitment to the 24-month program through to permanent absorption

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This position is part of our Early Career program at WD. Our Early Career program is designed to support individuals beginning their professional career by providing foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field
Fresh graduate or a maximum of 1 year of work experience
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes or engineering principles
Willingness to commit to the full 24-month BEST Program structure

PREFERRED:

Academic exposure to data analysis, statistics, or process engineering • Internship or project experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Familiarity with quality tools (SPC, FMEA, 8D) or Lean/Six Sigma concepts
Exposure to the HDD, semiconductor, or precision manufacturing industry

SKILLS:

Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Strong attention to detail and quality orientation
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work in a structured, fast-paced manufacturing environment
Openness to feedback and continuous development
Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Important Reminders:

We provide free medical examination.
We do not collect any original requirements.
We do not collect any fees at any stage of the hiring process.

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.

WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email compliance@wdc.com.

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