At WD, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, WD is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

Job Description

The Junior Packaging Engineer is an entry-level engineering role designed for fresh graduates or early-career engineers eager to build expertise in packaging design, testing, and qualification within a world-class technology company.

You will work closely under the guidance of Senior Packaging Engineers, gaining hands-on experience across packaging design, lab testing, vendor coordination, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is a strong foundation for a long-term engineering career at Western Digital.

Key Responsibilities :

Design & Documentation

Assist in packaging design and development activities under senior engineer supervision
Prepare and maintain packaging specifications, BOMs, and technical drawings
Support CAD modeling and packaging structure updates

Testing & Qualification

Execute packaging tests per ISTA/ASTM protocols (drop, vibration, compression, climate)
Record, compile, and analyze test data; prepare test reports
Assist in packaging qualification documentation and ECO submissions
NPI & Sustaining Support
Support NPI packaging activities including sample preparation and testing
Assist in sustaining engineering tasks — ECOs, deviation requests, and change implementations
Coordinate with manufacturing teams on packaging-related issues

Vendor Coordination

Assist in coordinating with packaging material suppliers for sample procurement
Support supplier qualification activities under senior engineer guidance

Compliance & Quality

Ensure work is conducted in compliance with WD quality and safety standards
Assist in maintaining packaging documentation within WD QMS

Learning & Development

Actively participate in training programs and technical workshops
Shadow senior engineers on complex projects to build technical competence
Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver on time

Qualifications

Required :

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Industrial, or Packaging Engineering (or equivalent)
0–2 years of working experience
Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply

Skills :

Internship experience in packaging, manufacturing, or engineering environment is an advantage

Preferred :

Basic knowledge of CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
Understanding of engineering fundamentals (materials, mechanics, manufacturing)
Familiarity with packaging concepts is a plus (not mandatory)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Final year project or internship related to packaging, product design, or manufacturing
Exposure to quality management systems (ISO, QMS)
Basic knowledge of ESD handling for electronics

Additional Information

WD thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

WD is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that WD and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to WD Ethics Helpline or email [HIDDEN TEXT].