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Winter 2027 Intern/Co-op Development Engineer
Western Digital · Engineering
- Hours
- Intern
- Where
- Rochester, MN
- Posted
- 6 days ago
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.
We combine deep engineering expertise with global-scale manufacturing to deliver the storage systems that make AI possible, powering hyperscale data centers, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure worldwide.
This isn’t theoretical work. It’s real systems, at real scale, people solving some of the hardest challenges in technology today.
We’re looking for people who want to build, solve, and operate at that level.
Join us and let’s shape the future of data.
What you'd do
- Develop and execute comprehensive electrical validation test plans and procedures for PCBA and HDD products
- Perform hands-on testing and validation activities to verify that products meet design specifications and performance requirements
- Support the development and implementation of test automation scripts and frameworks to improve testing efficiency
- Document test results, create detailed reports, and maintain comprehensive test data for traceability and compliance
- Assist in setting up, calibrating, and maintaining test equipment and instrumentation
- Analyze test data and performance metrics to identify trends and opportunities for process improvementThe ideal candidate would be someone who is passionate about hardware validation with solid EE fundamentals and some experience in test automation.
What they want
- Currently pursing a Masters degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Engineering
- Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies
- Strong understanding of analog and digital electrical circuits
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python and/or TCL and test automation
- Knowledge in AI and use of AI in the development of predictive and generative models.SKILLS
- Self-driven and detail-oriented individual with strong communication skillsPREFERRED
- Experience with frequency domain and FFT measurements is a plus
- Experience with CAD for PCB layouts is a plus
- Experience with rework / soldering is a plus