Staff Engineer, Development Engineering

Western Digital

full-time Engineers
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Location
Pasir Gudang, Johor, Malaysia
Posted
June 30, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

This role provides high-level technical leadership for automation, equipment improvement, and process optimization initiatives. The Staff Engineer drives the full lifecycle of complex engineering projectsโ€”defining solutions, leading technical execution, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high standards of safety, reliability, and system performance. This position serves as a technical expert and project lead, guiding engineering direction without direct personnel management responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Technical Leadership

  • Lead major engineering projects from concept through implementation, acting as the primary technical owner.
  • Define project scope, requirements, timelines, and technical deliverables.
  • Coordinate with maintenance, operations, safety, and external vendors to ensure cohesive execution.
  • Identify risks, propose mitigation ...