Mechanical Design Engineer

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work within a team of mechanical design engineers to deliver next generation enterprise SSD or flash devices.
• Support enclosure development to define stack-up and fitment.
• Support HW engineering on package placement to take into account of thermal, structural considerations in alignment with system, assembly or program needs.
• Align with functional teams to understand devices and define metrics to ensure meeting product requirement on both performance and reliability.
• Work closely with suppliers to develop new processes and close DFM.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation and changes.
• Conduct readiness reviews with FMEA and tolerance studies.
• Collaborate with MFG/automation counterparts on pilot runs and qualifications. Provide PCBA DFM with well-justified spec/tolerance.
• Prompt Failure Analysis and defect resolution.
• Drive improvement activities through aggressive DOE and experiment management / tracking.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• BS, MS or PhD in a technical discipline.
• Mechanical design, tooling and machine design via CAD and hands-on creation expertise a must. Solid understanding on PCBA and enclosure design needed.
• Requires 3+ years in electronic packaging.
• 3D modeling experience a must, hands-on experience with SolidWorks a big plus

PREFERRED:

• Experience in and understanding of thermal or structural analyses is a plus.
• Ability to simulate structural or thermal problems a plus
• Knowledge in materials including polymers and aluminum alloys a plus
• Python programming experience in Data Analytics or Machine Learning a plus

SKILLS:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment are essential. Innovative and detail oriented.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply

Additional Information

Sandisk 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.

Sandisk 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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