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Technician 3, Process
Western Digital Technologies INC · 🇺🇸 Bayan Lepas, Penang, MY
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 176 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 56 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Western Digital Technologies INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Staff Engineer, Process Engineering” (Chemical Engineers) in CA: $148k–$148k, median $148k. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 176 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 56 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
The Test Process Technician 3 independently supports daily PN Test manufacturing operations by performing test head activities, software troubleshooting, software deployment support, process and equipment qualification activities, and technical support to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production performance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Test Head Operations • Perform test head setup, deployment, handling, inspection, and qualification activities in accordance with engineering requirements and procedures. • Conduct test head condition assessments and assist in failure analysis and defect investigations. • Maintain test head inventory records, tracking, and movement coordination to support production and engineering requirements. • Coordinate test head repair logistics and maintain accurate repair status documentation. • Perform microscope inspections for contamination assessment, defect identification, and test head condition verification. • Monitor test head performance and report abnormalities to engineering for disposition and corrective actions. Glide, TDS & Software Support • Support Glide and TDS activities, including specification reviews, process monitoring, rescreen execution, and data collection. • Perform software troubleshooting for testers, robots, Test Cell Controllers. • Diagnose software-related failures, configuration issues, and system faults, and implement corrective actions within established procedures. • Support Test Cell Controller setup, recipe configuration, and parameter verification for production and engineering lots. • Escalate complex software and system issues to engineering teams for further analysis and resolution. • Assist in validating software fixes, patches, and updates prior to production deployment. • Maintain accurate records of software issues, troubleshooting activities, and resolutions. Software Propagation & Configuration Control • Execute software propagation activities according to approved deployment plans and procedures. • Support software deployment schedules to minimize production disruption. • Perform pre- and post-deployment verification to confirm software integrity and system functionality. • Maintain software version records and verify equipment alignment to approved software baselines. • Support engineering and IT teams in software change control and release activities. • Document deployment activities, validation results, and deviations in accordance with established procedures. Engineering & Process Support • Assist engineers in equipment, process, and test head qualification activities, including data collection and documentation. • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to test head utilization, software reliability, and operational efficiency. • Participate in failure investigations and provide technical observations and recommendations. • Provide feedback to engineering teams regarding process, procedure, and work instruction improvements. Operational Excellence • Share technical knowledge and provide support to Technician 1 and Technician 2 personnel when required. • Ensure compliance with work instructions, standard operating procedures, and engineering requirements. • Maintain accurate records of inventory, software versions, repairs, and operational activities. • Ensure compliance with ISO requirements, EHS regulations, cleanroom protocols, and company policies. • Maintain good housekeeping practices for work areas, equipment, and storage locations. REQUIRED: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field. PREFERRED: • Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, test operations, equipment support, or related environmen