Job Description

The Mechanical / Automation Engineer is responsible for the design, development and testing of all aspects of complicated mechanical & automation components, systems and equipment including new and existing products. This includes sustaining existing mechanical and automation systems.  Responsible for researching, recommending and implementing new design tools and processes.  Responsible for supplier qualifications and management.

This position is responsible for training and mentoring and advising other engineers and technicians on mechanical design concepts, manufacturing techniques and materials including manufacturing processes and tolerances.  This also applies to personnel at other Western Digital worldwide manufacturing locations.  Some travel is required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Mechanical engineering
• More than 5 years experience

PREFERRED:

• Experience in automation industry is preferred
• Experience in high volume manufacturing

SKILLS

• English proficiency
• Project management experience
• Proficient with Autodesk Inventor 3D design software.
• Solid modeling, detail drawings, and creating assemblies.
• Design analysis for fit and function.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D design software is desirable.
• Proficient with Autodesk AutoCAD and/or AutoCAD Mechanical 2D software.
• Proficiency with basic electrical design.
• Equipment troubleshooting in support of maintenance as required.
• Proficiency with common mechanical engineering measurement and hand tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete the product design, analysis and development of mechanical components, systems and equipment, including assembly and part drawings as well as other required documentation from design concept to manufacturing release
• Research new development technologies, make recommendations to Management and oversee implementation
• Review and continually improve departmental process and policies as it relates to mechanical development process
• Develop multiple design concepts and present to peers
• Create a document package that specifies the complete design and implementation of a product, including, but not limited to: 2-D drawings, Bills of Materials and Engineering Change Orders; Responsible for implementing documentation updates and changes to existing products
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods
• Test finished product and/or system capabilities
• Confirm fabrication, assembly, and installation processes
• Generate testing and validation plans for designs and execute on them
• Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Analyze current designs and products for improvements and/or troubleshooting
• Research various mechanical engineering issues including parts and processes
• Verify that design and project objectives meet requirements

Additional Information

Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.

Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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