Principal Mechanical Engineer

1 week ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Western Digital Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview:
At Western Digital, we strive to drive global innovation and expand the horizons of technology, transforming the seemingly impossible into reality.

As a company built on problem-solving, we empower individuals to achieve remarkable feats through the right technology. Our legacy includes contributions that have enabled monumental achievements, such as supporting space exploration.

We collaborate with some of the world's most dynamic organizations, enhancing competitive gaming platforms, improving urban safety, and advancing connected automotive technologies. Our data centers underpin many of the largest companies and public cloud services, positioning Western Digital as a catalyst for a smarter, more connected future.

Whether you are binge-watching your favorite series, engaging on social media, or shopping online, Western Digital is behind the storage solutions that make it all possible. Our extensive portfolio includes technologies and storage devices catering to both businesses and consumers, featuring renowned brands like Western Digital, G-Technology™, SanDisk, and WD.

Position Summary:
Western Digital is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and analysis of high-performance storage systems and subsystems tailored for the OEM and data center sectors. This role emphasizes product design, focusing on creating resilient products capable of enduring environmental challenges such as shock, vibration, and thermal stress.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will serve as a key resource for the Mechanical Engineering program team, driving the mechanical development of data center storage systems, including hard drives, solid-state drives, cooling fans, power supplies, and high-speed electronic interfaces. Given the intricate relationships among these systems, the ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive mechanical engineering background, including expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and the ability to design for specific shock and vibration criteria.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Conducting tolerance analysis to inform design decisions.
  • Focusing on thermal design, electromagnetic interference mitigation, and acoustics.
  • Leading design reviews and managing project schedules, issues, and resolutions.
  • Collaborating with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturing teams.
  • Developing and executing test plans to validate design integrity.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and fostering their professional growth.

The successful candidate will leverage their strong analytical skills and innovative thinking to influence packaging design and utilize engineering change management systems for formal design releases. They will also conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of product development experience in computing, storage, or related fields.
- Proficient in CAD systems, particularly SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) is advantageous.
- Experience in structural, vibrational, thermal, and acoustic modeling is preferred.
- Knowledge of test instrumentation such as accelerometers and thermal test equipment is essential.
- Proven ability in creative problem-solving and innovation.

Western Digital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates.



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