Photo Equipment Engineering

San Jose, CAFull-timePosted Jul 16, 2026
Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Photo Equipment EngineeringFull-timeJob Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details belowSalary Range: 106,600.00-142,100.00Business Function: Equipment EngineeringWork Location: San Jose Great Oaks Headquarters--LOC_WDT_USCA23Location (Secondary): Fremont Office--LOC_WDT_USCA13Company DescriptionWD 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 people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.Join us and let’s shape the future of data.Job DescriptionThe position is needed for equipment engineering group in Photo area responsible for manufacturing equipment. Equipment failure analysis and characterization, with the emphasize on the following areas:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist Equipment Engineering – Optimizing, improving and providing solutions/feedback for equipment.Learn and maintain obsolescence toolsPM trainer/assistant) that could work a hybrid shift. Train and assist, as needed, with PMs.  Since we have a lot of PAS tools that might be a good place to start. This would really help upskill shifts that need more help and alleviate some of the shift specific PMs. This individual would help keep data together, highlight potential problems and provide feedback on all shifts need more resources.   Work with maintenance team to trouble-shoot, provide long term solutions and training.Lead and drive the corrective actions associated with equipment issue.Assist in transitioning FR/GO WikiMonitor equipment performance, identify issues and fix tool.Certify and train maintenance, chemical technicians and equipment tool owners.Establish written procedures and specs for maintenance tech.Work with process engineering team to provide resolution/reduction of rework and scrap issues.Work with EE on investigations for equipment related excursion and provide a solution.Assiste EE in 8D summary to maint/prod/process and various department stake holders.Provide safety recommendations on equipment in addition ensuring tools meet QA site requirements.QualificationsREQUIREDAS/BS degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or computer science is preferred.Analytical, logical, and data-driven, and demonstrated ability in fixing and providing equipment resolutions.Demonstrated ability to manage projects with set milestone and timeline, and ability to execute under minimal supervision.A responsible and team player. Detail-oriented and willingness to learn and thrive in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.SKILLSExcellent communication skills, both written and oral. Able to work and interact with various interdepartmental engineering and other support organizations.Ability to understand electrical schematics and trouble-shoot equipment.Understand Photo equipment process, optics, electrical, mechanical and robotics knowledge.Provide equipment training to maintenance team.Utilize Micro-computer applications for equipment optimization, trouble-shooting and analysis of tool performance.Assist EE provide solutions equipment performance reports, 8D resolutions and follow thru on action items.Assist EE parts inventory, research second source options and engineer parts if necessary to support equipment.Work with equipment vendors to ensure tool performance and support as well as escalation of line down situations.AS/BS degree in electrical...

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