Hardware Test Engineer (52858)

HEADWAY TECHNOLOGIES INC•Milpitas, CA

2d•$92,930 - $136,662•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sr. Manager of Test Engineering, the Hardware Test Engineer is responsible for evaluating the reliability and performance of head and media components across various environmental and operational conditions. This role focuses on optimizing test methodologies to effectively and efficiently address customer specifications, performing metrology and analytical measurements for root-cause analysis, designing and modifying test fixtures, and summarizing and reporting test results. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or Chemistry, and/or equivalent relevant experience.
Familiar with using Optical microscope.
Familiar in soldering electronic components.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of magnetic recording head, disk, wafer fabrication, and HDD principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of HDI testing and failure analysis.
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations.
Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with employees and management.
Able to work productively and collaboratively with all employees and management.
Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrated strong hand-eye coordination, steady hands, and the ability to work under optical microscopes.
Demonstrated prioritization and organizational skills.
Demonstrated time management skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills.
Flexible and able to prioritize.

Nice To Haves

Familiar in Python, JMP and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Evaluates head and media reliability performance under various environmental and operating conditions using Kubota testers.
Designs and develops optimized test algorithms to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
Designs and conducts component HDI (Hard Disk Interface) testing, analyzes results, and presents findings.
Performs failure analysis and material characterization using Optical microscope, OSA, Atomic Force Microscope (AFM), and Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
Troubleshoots routine issues and coordinates the repair of equipment/tools, including metrology and analytical tools.
Designs, develops and modifies test fixtures for Kubota testers.
Test samples preparation by soldering.
Collaborates with other groups or departments on projects or programs.
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.