Manufacturing Engineering Engineer
Posted 28 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering”
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- Expected experience
- 0–2 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyIndustrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
Company Description
WD 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 Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support Manufacturing Engineering team in resolving production capacity‑related issues
- Assist in productivity and DGR improvement activities through data analysis and process studies
- Support capacity line setup, line conversion, scheduling, and production ramp‑up activities
- Participate in day‑to‑day production capacity and output gap analysis and issue resolution
- Support OEE / TEEP data collection, analysis, and improvement initiatives
- Assist in coordinating manufacturing cost improvement projects
- Support capital budget requests, purchase requisitions, and on‑time equipment ordering tracking
- Develop and improve team processes by creating or supporting digital applications using AI, Industry 4.0 (4IR), and other digital technologies to improve efficiency
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 the foundational training through a structured onboarding, mentorship, and development curriculum.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
We warmly welcome fresh graduates of a Master's degree, and Early Career Talent with 0–2 years of experience are encouraged to apply.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed Master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes, production flow, and capacity concepts gained through coursework or academic projects