Quality Specialist Engineer

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Quality Specialist EngineerFull-timeBusiness Function: Quality Assurance EngineeringWork Location: Germany-Ulm-LMS13 Office--LOC_WDT_DEU-LMS13 OfficeCompany DescriptionAt Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.Job DescriptionWestern Digital is seeking a detail-oriented and driven Quality Engineer to support and enhance our quality systems across the product lifecycle. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction.You will partner cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to drive continuous improvement, strengthen quality processes, and support compliance with global standards.Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Planning & SystemsDevelop, implement, and maintain quality assurance plans, inspection procedures, and documentationEnsure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 9001 and internal quality frameworksSupport the continuous evolution of quality management systemsAuditing & ComplianceConduct internal audits to assess process adherence and identify improvement opportunitiesSupport external audits, including supplier and customer auditsDrive corrective and preventive actions based on audit findingsQuality Reporting & AnalyticsDefine, track, and analyze key quality performance indicators (KPIs)Prepare and present reports to management with actionable insightsLeverage data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunitiesCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Sales teamsEnsure quality is embedded throughout the entire product lifecycle—from design through production and deliveryAct as a key interface between technical and business stakeholdersProcess Monitoring & Continuous ImprovementMonitor production processes and identify defects or deviationsLead root cause analysis and implement corrective actionsDrive continuous improvement initiatives using structured methodologiesQualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical fieldExperienceProven experience in quality assurance or quality engineering, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environmentTechnical ExpertiseStrong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies, including:FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)Six Sigma / Lean methodologiesSPC (Statistical Process Control)8D problem-solving processFamiliarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesHigh attention to detail and process disciplineExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work effectively in cross-functional, global teamsLanguagesBusiness fluency in German and English (written and spoken)Additional InformationWestern Digital thrives on the power and...