Full-Time

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Facilities Engineering

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Western Digital

Western Digital

10,001+ employees

Provides data storage solutions and devices

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Mid, Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Fremont, CA, USA

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Requirements
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with high-tech electronics/semiconductor manufacturing or research facility, pharmaceutical bio-tech facility, or some other 'high availability' and 'high tech type of facility.
  • Working Knowledge: Electrical Codes and Energy Codes.
  • B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Responsibilities
  • Electrical Engineering skills needed to analyze the design and construction of industrial power systems including distribution at all levels from 120KV to 120VAC.
  • Manage the design and construction of new electrical power infrastructure projects.
  • Provide Electrical Project Engineer support to WD Project Managers during the design and construction of their assigned projects.
  • Create Electrical Scope of Work (SOW) documents to be included in the RFP for new 'plan and spec' projects and for 'design-build' projects.
  • Monitor and trend facility power consumption trends.
  • Help develop strategies to optimize facility energy efficiency. Help plan PV (Solar) projects.
  • Facility systems capacity planning including the creation of systems capacity and loading spreadsheets. Verifying that N+1 redundancy is maintained for critical systems. Engage in site surveys as needed.
  • Perform studies of existing electrical systems to determine if upgrades are required. Assist with facility condition assessments of existing electrical systems.
  • Project creation responsibilities including the preparation of project justification packages which include budgets, schedules, options and risks. Presentations to WD Management to secure project funding and approval.
  • Project implementation responsibilities including creation of RFP’s, RFQ’s, organizing contractor bid walks, bid evaluation, purchase requisitions, selection of A&E firms, selection of contractors, selection of equipment, permit process, managing budgets, schedules and organizing project meetings.
  • Work closely with and support the 'Maintenance and Operations Team'. Provide them with Electrical Engineering support as needed to resolve equipment issues or systems operational issues including the development of MOP’s.
  • Work closely with the Manufacturing team as required to provide facilities planning and support for retrofits or expansions of manufacturing areas including new process tool installation projects.
  • Continuous improvement including updating of the Facilities Electrical Specifications. Frequent communication with other WD sites, both in the U.S. and abroad, to assure that common standards are being applied. Travel to other sites outside of the Bay Area is not a requirement.
  • Working knowledge of electrical design standards for Clean Rooms, Analytical Labs, Data Centers, Telecom Rooms, Offices, Electrical Rooms, Central Utility Plants, and High Voltage Yards.
  • Experienced with all types of UPS systems and Emergency Backup Generation equipment.
  • Knowledge of SKM Software and Arc Flash Evaluations.
  • Review of Electrical Designs, Specifications and Equipment Submittals.
  • Review and update Single Line Diagrams and Panel Schedules.
  • Knowledge of Title 24 Compliance Requirements.
  • Able to perform and participate in 'root cause failure' analysis of power outages, and experience with 8D problem solving approach.
  • Good at multitasking and to keeping project data organized and up to date.
  • Willing and able to apply and enforce WD procedures meant to maximize safety, and eliminate environmental and health hazards, while at the same time minimizing downtime impacts on our production operations, during the execution of projects. Review, approve and enforce construction task plans.
  • Good communicator (verbal and written) who is able to maintain a friendly and open disposition while working with WD cross-functional groups such as Maintenance and Operations, Environmental Health and Safety and Manufacturing, and also when working with outside personnel such as Contractors, Vendors and Consultants.

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$927.9M

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Western Digital's continuous product innovation, such as the 8TB WD Black SN850X SSD, positions it as a leader in high-performance storage solutions.
  • The company's expansion into new markets, including a $500,000 investment in new space in San Jose, indicates robust growth and development opportunities.
  • Strategic investments from firms like Los Angeles Capital Management LLC reflect strong market confidence and financial stability.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive data storage market requires Western Digital to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The company's broad product portfolio may lead to challenges in maintaining quality and consistency across all offerings.

What makes Western Digital unique

  • Western Digital's extensive product portfolio, including NAS, SAN, and hyper-converged infrastructure, caters to a wide range of clients from Fortune 500 companies to SMEs, unlike competitors who may focus on niche markets.
  • The company's focus on high-value storage solutions like the JetStor brand and all-flash arrays optimized for maximum I/O applications sets it apart in the data storage market.
  • Western Digital's commitment to innovation is evident in its recent launch of the world's largest 2TB 3D QLC flash memory chip, showcasing its technological leadership.

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Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan