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Intern - Technologist, Hardware Development Engineering (Studying Ph.D Degree)

Western Digital · BangPa-in, PHRA NAKHON SI AYUTTHAYA · On-site

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About Western Digital

WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. Backed by Sequoia.

About the role

The Technical PhD Intern will support machining and lapping process development for next-generation wafer technologies.

What they're looking for

  • Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Data Science , or equivalent experience
  • Internship period must be at least 4 months, can be on-site at Bangpa-in, Ayutthaya
  • Experience in modeling, simulation, data analysis, or computational research
  • Experience with AI/ML, data analytics, or predictive modeling
  • Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills
More about this role

The Technical PhD Intern will support machining and lapping process development for next-generation wafer technologies.

  • The role offers hands-on experience applying modeling, simulation, data analytics, AI/ML, software, and hardware development to improve process capability, quality, and manufacturing performance.
  • Support machining and lapping process development projects.
  • Develop and apply modeling and simulation methods to understand process behavior.
  • Analyze process and equipment data using statistical and AI/ML techniques.
  • Assist in developing software tools, algorithms, and engineering analytics solutions.
  • Support experimental design, process characterization, and root cause investigations.
  • Collaborate with process, equipment, software, and data engineering teams.
  • Document and present technical findings and recommendations.
  • Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Data Science , or equivalent experience
  • Internship period must be at least 4 months; can be on-site at Bangpa-in, Ayutthaya
  • Research experience in machining, lapping, precision engineering, manufacturing...

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