Process TD Engineer

Solidigm•Rancho Cordova, CA

22h

About The Position

At Solidigm, we are committed to innovation, performance, and reliability in data storage and memory technology. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Process TD Engineer (Mechanical Simulation) to join our dynamic manufacturing engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in simulation-based design verification, structural analysis, and thermal-mechanical modeling, specifically in the context of advanced mechanical systems and cutting-edge technologies. As a Process TD Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, validating, and improving Solidigm’s products and technologies by leveraging advanced simulation tools and methodologies to solve complex engineering problems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure optimized performance, reliability, and manufacturability of our products.

Requirements

Master’s degree or PhD in mechanical engineering, applied mechanics, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in simulation engineering for mechanical systems in industry or in academia.
Strong proficiency in finite element modeling tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus, etc.).
Knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent) for model creation and integration.
Solid understanding of material properties, structural mechanics, and thermal dynamics principles.
Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proactive and self-motivated with attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Design and or manufacturing experience in electronic devices
Familiarity with storage and memory products or a similar high-tech industry.
Experience with product qualification testing and simulation correlation.
Knowledge of best practices related to structural and thermal analysis.

Responsibilities

Contribute to design for manufacturing and assembly studies
Perform simulations using advanced tools to predict mechanical behavior (e.g., finite element analysis for structural integrity or heat dissipation).
Analyze stress, strain, and failures in components and assemblies under environmental and operational conditions.
Develop simulation workflows to verify and validate design concepts.
Identify potential design risks and propose mitigation strategies during disassembly.
Simulate and solve engineering problems such as solder joint reliability, temperature cycling fatigue, product disassembly and PCB strains, etc.
Continuously improve simulation techniques and methodologies for enhanced accuracy and computational efficiency.
Evaluate emerging tools or technologies to advance simulation capabilities.
Develop experimental test models to build predictive confidence in simulation data.
Work cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure alignment of performance requirements and material specifications.
Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.