David Terrill
Dublin,CA
Summary
Results-driven engineer with extensive experience in software development and data processing. Known for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers to improve performance. Committed to delivering innovative solutions that optimize testing processes.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Technologist
Western Digital Corp.
San Jose, CA
08.2005 - 01.2026
- Engineered, developed, and evaluated software test modules for head and media testing on third-party dynamic testers (Guzik) and proprietary dynamic head/media testers.
- Engineered software solutions for production testing of heads/media in collaboration with overseas teams.
- Developed tools to streamline data processing within Excel.
- Mentored junior engineers and technicians to enhance technical skills and team performance.
Principal Engineer
Maxtor Inc.
San Jose, CA
04.2003 - 08.2005
- Evaluate and optimize third party preamplifier designs on new disk drive platforms using proprietary software tools.
Staff Engineer
Read-Rite Corp.
Fremont, CA
02.1998 - 04.2003
- Engineered, developed, and evaluated software test modules for head and media testing on third-party dynamic testers (Guzik) and proprietary dynamic head/media testers.
- Facilitated implementation and training of overseas team in software utilization.
Senior Engineer
Micropolis Corp.
08.1981 - 11.1997
- Developed software test modules for Guzik third-party testers and facilitated training for overseas teams on effective usage.
- Assessed third-party heads and media samples, delivering constructive feedback to suppliers regarding magnetic testing, tribology, and fly height specifications.
- Established and upheld detailed product specifications to ensure quality standards.
- Executed comprehensive head/media EVT testing to validate engineering specifications and compiled detailed final reports.
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA06-1987
Skills
- VB6 VBNET, VBA
- Python
- Matlab
- Guzik Development (VB6 and Python)
- C, C#
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Lab Equipment (Digital Scopes, Spectrum analyzers, etc)
- Patient trainer and skilled teacher
Timeline
Technologist
Western Digital Corp.
08.2005 - 01.2026
Principal Engineer
Maxtor Inc.
04.2003 - 08.2005
Staff Engineer
Read-Rite Corp.
02.1998 - 04.2003
Senior Engineer
Micropolis Corp.
08.1981 - 11.1997
Associate of Science - Electronics
College of The Canyons