Staff / Senior Contamination Control Engineer at Western Digital

George Town, Penang, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contamination control, Cleanroom engineering, Environmental monitoring, ISO 14644, IEST standards, Cleanroom classification, Liquid particle counters, Airborne particle counters, Ion chromatography, Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, Clean build practices, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Cross-functional collaboration, Data analysis, Quality assurance

Industry

Computer Hardware Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At WD, 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, WD 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, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. Job Description Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and monitor cleanroom environmental surveys, to verify compliance and support area buy-off. Develop and execute contamination sampling plans for cleanroom environmental, equipment, tools, and process samples to ensure cleanliness and prevent yield-impacting defects. Perform routine and event-based environmental and equipment sampling to support operational readiness and cleanroom classification. Manage handling and qualification of cleanroom indirect materials by setting cleanliness criteria, performing inspections, and approving materials for use. Define cleanroom protocols, including gowning, behavior, and contamination prevention practices, and provide training to ensure compliance. Define and coordinate with laboratories implement test plans, analyse cleanliness data, investigation deviations, and recommending mitigation actions for product & process cleanliness compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in production, facilities, quality, and engineering to support contamination control strategies and maintain acceptable cleanliness levels. Qualifications Required : Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Materials, or Environmental), Microbiology, or related technical field. 4 to 7 years of experience in contamination control, cleanroom engineering, or environmental monitoring in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or biotech industries. Skills : Strong knowledge of ISO 14644, IEST standards, and cleanroom classification systems. Preferred : Familiarity with lab testing methods such as liquid particle counters, airborne particle counters, ion chromatography (IC) and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Familiarity with cleanroom protocols, clean build practices, and indirect material qualification. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Additional Information 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]. Job Type (exemption status): Exempt position - Please see related compensation & benefits details below Business Function: Manufacturing Engineering Work Location: Bayan Lepas PN2--LOC_WDT_MY0704

Responsibilities

Develop and implement cleanroom environmental surveys and contamination sampling plans to ensure process cleanliness and yield compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define protocols, analyze cleanliness data, and recommend mitigation actions for operational readiness.