Western Digital Technologies

Architecture and System Design Engineer

Western Digital Technologies • $124K — $165K *
Irvine, CA 92620In-Person
Consumer Technology
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Qualifications

  • Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Years of experience in electronics engineering focused on system architecture and design
  • Advanced knowledge of electronics architecture and system design principles
  • Track record of leading complex electronic system design projects
  • Expertise in circuit design, analysis, and PCB layout
  • Understanding of signal integrity and EMC principles
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python
  • Experience with FPGA design and implementation
  • Skilled in using CAD tools for electronic design

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of electronic systems to advance technology
  • Ensure electronics solutions meet performance, cost, and reliability goals
  • Optimize power, thermal, mechanical, and electrical aspects of designs
  • Support teams with various design and simulation tasks
  • Design and validate power and voltage regulator systems
  • Conduct power integrity and signal integrity analysis
  • Collaborate with internal teams to validate new devices and designs
  • Develop new silicon devices and analyze component costs
  • Execute component qualification and new part number creation
  • Create Bill of Materials and release new PCBA drawings
  • Mentor junior engineers, enhancing the team's technical growth

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs
  • Employee stock purchase plan and 401(k) savings plan
  • Comprehensive voluntary benefit programs
  • Performance-related bonuses and incentives
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer specializing in Electronics Architecture and System Design to join our innovative team in Irvine, United States. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development of cutting-edge electronic systems, driving technological advancements and shaping the future of our products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Must understand all system implications and provide a robust electronics solution for our products
  • Utilize core functions for various IP that is developed while ensuring we meet performance, cost and reliability goals
  • Must be able to understand and optimize power, thermal, mechanical, and electrical aspects
  • Support Servo-Mechanical team with Spindle and VCM design, Load/unload power simulations, seek headroom simulations, spin up/down simulations
  • Design, simulate, and validate power and voltage regulator systems for accuracy, stability, thermal management, and ripple control
  • Set up and review power integrity analysis and signal integrity analysis with internal core teams and outside services
  • Work with internal FW teams to bring up and validate new devices, understand needs and optimizations for future product plans and execute those needs with new device and PCBA designs
  • Develop new silicon devices with core teams and materials to support our product needs such as SOC features, PLSI features, unique NAND devices, power management devices, and sensors
  • Work with internal and core materials teams to understand component costs to make tradeoff analysis for each system to ensure best cost and performance solutions
  • Gain information from core functions such as SoC power analysis, egress data rates, Power LSI efficiency, Spindle motor parameters to generate power, VCM parameters to control speed in power loss, Memory and NAND device specifications for Egress and SOC interface requirements
  • Work with internal or outsourced service to capture the schematic, complete layout and produce manufacturing Gerber files and documentation
  • Work with factory, core teams, and suppliers to create new part numbers, execute component qualification, create Bill of Materials for new assemblies, release new PCBA drawings, and complete DFM reviews for new board designs.
  • Support customer facing internal and core teams with product specs, presentations, and rapidly resolving and customer issues
  • Support content solutions team electronics needs for OEM products, proposal reviews, design reviews, cost analysis, and issue resolution
  • Perform and direct lab work as needed for experiments, validation of new devices, and validation of new board designs
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of electronic solutions
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of electronic components
  • Troubleshoot complex issues and provide innovative solutions to engineering challenges
  • Develop and maintain system-level specifications and design documentation
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical growth of the team


Qualifications

REQUIRED:
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Relevant years of experience in electronics engineering with a focus on system architecture and design
  • Advanced knowledge of electronics architecture and system design principles
  • Proven track record of leading complex electronic system design projects
  • Expertise in circuit design, analysis, and PCB layout
  • Strong understanding of signal integrity and EMC principles
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python
  • Experience with FPGA design and implementation
  • Skilled in using CAD tools for electronic design
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations in electronics engineering
  • Experience in Hard Disk Drive, SSD, or consumer electronics industries preferred
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership abilities and experience mentoring junior engineers
  • Exceptional communication skills and ability to present complex technical concepts clearly
  • Innovative mindset with a passion for pushing technological boundaries

Salary Ranges: 124,000.00-165,300.00

Compensation & Benefits Details
  • An employee's pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
  • The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York. This range may be modified in the future.
  • If your position is non-exempt, you are eligible for overtime pay pursuant to company policy and applicable laws. You may also be eligible for shift differential pay, depending on the shift to which you are assigned.
  • You will be eligible to be considered for bonuses under either WD's Short Term Incentive Plan ("STI Plan") or the Sales Incentive Plan ("SIP") which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance, depending on your role and your performance. You may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to WD's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program; employee stock purchase plan; and the WD Savings 401(k) Plan.
  • Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

About Western Digital Technologies

Western Technology Investment is a venture capital firm that specializes in offering acquisition financing to revenue-generating firms. The firm provides debt and lease financing to venture capital backed technology companies.

Western Digital Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Western Digital Technologies, a leader in data storage solutions, where we are committed to empowering our global team of professionals. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company at the forefront of technological innovation and digital storage.

Work You’ll Do

At Western Digital Technologies, you will be part of a dynamic team that drives data innovation across various industries. Our commitment to excellence and leadership in the technology sector provides a unique platform for professionals to influence the future of digital storage and management solutions.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

Western Digital Technologies offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more senior role, our company is eager to support your professional growth through challenging projects and continuous learning opportunities.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Western Digital Technologies through our internship programs. These positions are designed to give you hands-on experience and insights into our day-to-day operations, preparing you for a full-time role in our company. Interns at Western Digital Technologies gain invaluable industry knowledge, networking opportunities, and professional skills under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Benefits and Culture

We pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, innovation, and leadership. Western Digital Technologies is dedicated to providing employees with a supportive work environment where everyone is encouraged to be their best. Our benefits package is comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee wellness programs, and significant career development opportunities.

Join Our Team

We are continuously hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to drive innovation in the technology space. Explore open positions that match your skills and interests on our careers page. At Western Digital Technologies, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Professional Development and Training

Advance your career with Western Digital Technologies through our professional development programs. We offer a range of training and development options, including leadership training, skills enhancement workshops, and diversity training sessions to help you grow as a leader and innovator in our industry.

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Learn more about Western Digital Technologies
Size
65,600 employees
Market Cap
$9.9 billion
Industry
Enterprise Technology
Net Income
$167 million
Founded
1970
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$16.3 billion
NASDAQ
WDC
* Ladders Estimates

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