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Mechanical Engineering Technologist

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringProven expertise in precision mechanical design, particularly in the HDD industry, with a successful track record of product deliveryExperience with high-volume consumer electronics or medical devicesProficient in head-disk interface (HDI) and aerodynamicsSolid understanding of actuator dynamics and servo positioning systemsExperience in contamination control and particle managementFamiliarity with magnetic recording fundamentalsTechnical Skills:Manufacturing: In-depth knowledge of die casting, precision machining, MIM, stampingMetrology: CMM programming, optical measurement systems, surface profilometryMaterials: Expertise in aluminum alloys, stainless steel, and engineering polymers for HDD applicationsGD&T: Advanced application for tight-tolerance assembliesCAD: Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks

About the job

Western Digital is on the lookout for a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience to design, develop, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for our Hard Disk Drive (HDD) product line and innovative data storage solutions. The selected engineer will lead precision mechanical design efforts for head-disk assemblies (HDA), actuators, base castings, and enclosures while adhering to rigorous performance and reliability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • HDD-Specific Design & Development:
    • Craft precision mechanical components for HDD systems, including:
    • Head Stack Assembly (HSA) involving actuators, flex circuits, and voice coil motors
    • Base casting and top cover assemblies
    • Spindle motor integration and mounting systems
    • Shock dampening and vibration isolation structures
    • Breather filters and contamination control features
    • Utilize advanced CAD (SolidWorks/NX) to develop parts with tight tolerances
  • Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) for drawings and 3D models, ensuring communication of ideal part specifications with allowable variations to meet functional requirements.
  • Design components for ultra-clean operating environments (Class 10/100 cleanroom).
  • Leverage 3D printing and rapid prototyping techniques to conduct design validation testing.

Analysis & Simulation:

  • Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on structural components to optimize shock resistance and stiffness.
  • Perform modal analysis to avoid resonance in actuator systems.
  • Execute tolerance stack-up analysis for critical assemblies.

Testing & Validation:

  • Design test fixtures and develop testing protocols for design validation.
  • Carry out environmental tests for shock, vibration, and thermal cycling.
  • Lead failure mode analysis and implement corrective actions (FMEA, root cause analysis).

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Engage with recording heads, media, firmware, and servo teams for seamless system integration.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to establish specifications and maintain quality standards.

About Western Digital

At Western Digital, we strive to empower global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make the once thought impossible, possible. Our foundation is built on problem-solving; we believe extraordinary accomplishments can be achieved with the right technology. For decades, our advancements have contributed to monumental achievements, from enabling lunar missions to capturing the first images of a black hole. We provide a broad array of technologies, HDDs, and platforms tailored for businesses, creative professionals, and consumers under our renowned brands, including Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™. As a key partner to some of the fastest-growing and largest organizations worldwide, we are dedicated to enhancing safety and connectivity in urban environments, powering the data centers of leading companies and hyperscale cloud providers, and meeting the immense data storage demands of the AI era. Western Digital is committed to fueling a future that is brighter and smarter.

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