Western Digital: Staff Process Engineer — Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China

About Western Digital

Western Digital develops and manufactures data-storage technology for data centres, cloud platforms and enterprise infrastructure. Its employer introduction connects this work with the need to retain, manage and access information generated by digital systems and AI applications. The business brings engineering and manufacturing together around the physical systems behind data storage. Its described purpose is to make growing volumes of information available over time, supporting the infrastructure on which other digital services depend.

The position and its setting

Western Digital lists Staff Process Engineer in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China, under reference REF34868X. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 21 October 2026
• Brands: Western Digital
• Business Function: Engineering
• Work Location: Shenzhen Futian 1 Office

Responsibilities and work described

• Design: and implement new production processes
• Analysis and optimize existing manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Research / execution: process engineering studies and evaluate process data to identify areas for improvement
• Development: and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing processes
• Collaboration: with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and implement process improvements
• Quality / delivery: compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing projects
• Troubleshoot process-related problems and implement effective solutions
• Delivery: technical support and training to production staff on process-related matters
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in process engineering

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Bachelor's degree or above in Process Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• Analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Understanding: lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques
• Communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Innovative mindset with a passion for optimizing processes and driving efficiency
• Familiarity: data analysis and statistical process control techniques
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment
• English writing, speaking, and presentation skills

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Experience: Six Sigma methodologies is desirable

Location, schedule and contract conditions

For this overseas or regional listing, confirm work authorisation and any location restrictions with the employer. The location does not establish visa sponsorship or permission to work remotely from India.

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Staff Process Engineer vacancy is not an offer for reference REF34868X; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Western Digital

Applications follow the official employer page linked below. The source includes these application-specific points:

Open the official Western Digital posting below and match the title and reference REF34868X.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

• Accommodation requests: [email protected]
• Accommodation requests: [email protected]
• Employer states that applications and employment offers do not require payment

Practical preparation: manufacturing

A manufacturing example should identify the process or production area, your responsibility and the operating or quality problem addressed. Describe the evidence and outcome without guessing production figures.

Relevant skills

• manufacturing
• process improvement
• Lean
• compliance
• training
• problem resolution
• data analysis
• Six Sigma
• project management
• communication