Early Career Talent - Quality Assurance Engineering - Immediate Start
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
Western Digital is a leading technology company focused on innovation in data storage solutions. They are seeking an entry-level Quality Assurance Engineer to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes while gaining hands-on experience with quality systems and data analysis.
Supporting implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with ISO 9001 and corporate requirements
Participating in internal audits, compliance checks, and CAPA tracking to drive continuous improvement
Analyzing manufacturing, defect, and yield data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
Collaborating with Engineering and Operations to standardize processes, review procedures, and maintain effective document control
Supporting 8D, FMEA, and risk analysis activities with engineering and production teams
Contributing to training and awareness programs (e.g., Quality Month, Quality Talks) to strengthen quality culture and compliance
Assisting in audit readiness by preparing objective evidence and supporting ISO, RBA, and customer audits
Supporting Product Regulatory Compliance activities, ensuring alignment with RoHS, REACH, EMC, Safety and other regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering with an Electronics focus (preferred) with graduation date between December 2024-December 2025
Right to work in the US without requiring Western Digital to commence or sponsor an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) – ISO 9001:2015 fundamentals, including clauses, document control, and audit processes, certification preferred
Basic understanding of Integrated Management Systems (IMS) – exposure to ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22301, or RBA standards is a plus
Familiarity with 8D problem solving, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Data analysis and presentation skills using MS Office tools
Preferred
Benefits
Paid vacation time
Paid sick leave
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Life, accident and disability insurance
Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
Employee assistance program
Other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
Tuition reimbursement
Transit
The Applause Program
Employee stock purchase plan
Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan
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