Early Career Talent - Servo Control Engineer
Western DigitalSan Jose, California, United States
Posted February 21, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Western Digital has been a foundational provider of storage infrastructure for over 55 years, enabling the global data economy through reliable, scalable, and cost‑effective solutions. The company specializes in a broad portfolio that includes HDDs, Helium‑powered drives, NVMe, embedded and object storage, as well as cloud and data‑center services such as backup recovery, virtualization, and data federation. Western Digital’s focus on AI‑driven data environments positions it to deliver the performance and economics required to transform raw data into actionable intelligence. Its long‑standing reputation for durability and innovation distinguishes it as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking resilient storage solutions in an increasingly data‑centric world.
Job Description
We are a company of problem solvers that uses technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike.
Requirements
- Current MS/PhD EE or ME Graduating March 26 - May 26
- Must have experience with servo-controller design for mechanical dynamic system; familiarity with design tradeoffs for feedback and feedforward solutions.
- Must have experience with Matlab and experience in coding C/C++
- Demonstrated strong problem solving and initiative
- Excellent global communication skills
- Good organizational skills
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
- Voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
- Tuition reimbursement
- Transit
- Applause Program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan