HAMR Thermo Mechanical Engineer

Western Digital • San Jose, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical HAMR Thermo Mechanical Engineer to join our team in San Jose, United States. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing thermomechanical systems for hybrid additive/subtractive manufacturing processes. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that advance our manufacturing capabilities and drive product excellence.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, thermal engineering, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanical design principles
• Proficiency with CAD software (such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or equivalent) and FEA/simulation tools (such as ANSYS, COMSOL, or similar)
• Demonstrated experience with HAMR processes or hybrid manufacturing technologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to organize complex technical information and communicate findings clearly through written reports and presentations

Nice To Haves

• Experience with materials science and material selection for thermomechanical applications
• Background in additive manufacturing (3D printing) or subtractive manufacturing processes
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, MATLAB, or similar) for process automation and data analysis
• Project management experience or familiarity with cross-functional team coordination
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects efficiently

Responsibilities

• Design and develop thermomechanical systems and components for HAMR manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
• Conduct thermal and mechanical simulations using finite element analysis (FEA) and computational modeling tools to validate designs and predict system behavior
• Analyze material properties, thermal gradients, and mechanical stresses to optimize manufacturing parameters and process efficiency
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing protocols to validate thermomechanical designs and manufacturing processes
• Create detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, analysis reports, and process recommendations
• Collaborate with manufacturing, materials science, and process engineering teams to integrate thermomechanical solutions into production workflows
• Troubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actions to resolve thermomechanical challenges
• Stay current with industry advancements in additive/subtractive manufacturing and thermomechanical engineering practices
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise to support continuous process improvement initiatives

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• life, accident and disability insurance
• tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• tuition reimbursement
• transit
• the Applause Program
• employee stock purchase plan
• the WD Savings 401(k) Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed