Job Overview Western Digital is seeking a 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 portfolio and data storage solutions. The engineer in this position will drive precision mechanical design for head-disk assemblies (HDA), actuators, base castings, and enclosures while meeting stringent performance and reliability requirements.ResponsibilitiesDesign precision mechanical components for HDD systems:Head Stack Assembly (HSA) including actuators, flex circuits, voice coil motorsBase casting and top cover assembliesSpindle motor integration and mounting systemsShock dampening and vibration isolation structuresBreather filters and contamination control featuresAdvanced CAD (SolidWorks/NX) with tight tolerancesUse geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) for drawings and 3D models to communicate ideal part with allowable variation to meet functional requirements.Design for ultra-clean operation environments (Class 10/100 cleanroom).Use 3D printing and other rapid prototyping processes to conduct design validation testing.Analysis & SimulationPerform FEA on structural components (shock resistance, stiffness optimization)Conduct modal analysis for resonance avoidance in actuator systemsExecute tolerance stack-up analysis for critical assembliesTesting & ValidationDesign test fixtures and develop test protocols for design validation.Execute environmental testing for shock, vibration, and thermal cycling.Drive failure mode analysis and implement corrective actions (FMEA, root cause analysis).Cross‑Functional CollaborationPartner with recording heads, media, firmware, and servo teams for system integration.Interface with suppliers on specifications and quality.QualificationsRequiredBS or MS in Mechanical EngineeringExpertise in precision mechanical design, preferably in the HDD industry with a proven track record delivering productsExperience with high‑volume consumer electronics or medical devicesExperience with head‑disk interface (HDI) and aerodynamicsKnowledge of actuator dynamics and servo positioning systemsExperience with contamination control and particle managementAwareness of magnetic recording fundamentalsSkillsManufacturing: deep knowledge of die casting, precision machining, MIM, stampingMetrology: CMM programming, optical measurement systems, surface profilometryMaterials: aluminum alloys, stainless steel, and engineering polymers for HDD applicationsGD&T: advanced application for tight‑tolerance assembliesCAD: advanced proficiency in SolidWorksAnalysis: FEA tools, modal analysis, shock/vibration simulationStrong analytical and problem‑solving capabilitiesExcellent communicationAbility to thrive in a fast‑paced development environmentCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $161,500.00 – $194,400.00Pay is based on several factors: education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, contribution, results, geographic location, shift, internal and external equity, and business and organizational needs.Eligible for overtime (non‑exempt positions) and shift differential pay where applicable.Eligible for bonuses under either WD Short Term Incentive Plan (STI Plan) or Sales Incentive Plan (SIP). Participation in the Long‑Term Incentive (LTI) program may also be available.Comprehensive benefits package includes: paid vacation, paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life/accident/disability insurance, tax‑advantaged flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, voluntary benefit programs (supplemental life, AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity), tuition reimbursement, transit, Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and WD Savings 401(k) Plan.Note: Compensation amounts are subject to modification and are determined at the company's discretion.EEO & Discrimination PolicyWestern Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on 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. 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