Sr. Member of Technical Staff (52860)

Headway Technologies; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Headway Technologies in Milpitas, CA seeks a Sr. Member of Technical Staff to lead mechanical design and testing of HDD heads, focusing on HDI reliability and HAMR technology.

This role reports to the VP of Engineering and is based in Milpitas, California. Under the direction of the VP of Engineering, you will collaborate with design, wafer, and process teams to address thermo-mechanical design issues, validate designs on site, and present results to customers.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics or equivalent
• Ten years of progressively challenging HDD industry experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to travel internationally quarterly

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and testing of HDD heads for HDI programs
• Coordinate with wafer design, process teams, and back-end manufacturing
• Validate and test new designs on site with the testing team
• Present HDI program results to various customer groups
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures

Skills

HDI design

HAMR tech

Reliability analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Travel internationally

Education

Master’s degree in Materials Science/Mechanical Eng/Physics

Tools

ANSYS

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bldg 3 HDQ - Milipitas, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $159948.09 - $235217.79Salary, Job Shift: Days, TITLE: SR. MEMBER OF TECHNICAL STAFF

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: VICE PRESIDENT ENGINEERING

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the VP of Engineering, the Sr. Member of Technical Staff is responsible for the mechanical and tribology design and testing of HDD heads with the focus on the Head/Disk Interface reliability – with the focus on the HAMR technology. This position is located in Milpitas, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Acts as HDI/HMS lead for the mechanical design and testing of HDD heads, working closely with teams in TDK/HWY and SAE to address thermo-mechanical design issues.
• Interact closely with the wafer design and process teams at Headway and the back-end process teams in SAE
• Validates and tests new designs with the testing team on site
• Interacts with and makes presentations to various customer groups on HDI programs and products
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures as required
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level*

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics and or equivalent relevant experience
• Ten years of progressively challenging experience working in the HDD industry
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
• Must be able to travel internationally on a quarterly basis

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of HDI design in HDD with some application to HAMR technology
• Knowledge of the principles of reliability and failure analysis
• Skilled in ANSYS, MATLAB, Python, or similar platform
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications to create spreadsheets, Word documents, and presentations
• Able to analyze data, create various reports, and recommend corrective action
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of contractors, consultants, employees, and management
• Able to work productively and collaboratively with all levels of employees and management
• Able to comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to interact with customers and make presentations
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving and trouble shooting skills
• Flexible and able to prioritize

The annual base salary for this full-time position is between $159,948.09-$235,217.79 + bonus target + benefits. Within the range the individual pay may differ depending on additional factors including job responsibilities, job related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience. The annual base pay range shown is subject to change and may be modified periodically.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Sr. Member of Technical Staff works primarily in an office environment from Monday to Friday. The schedule may be altered from time-to-time to meet business or operational needs; may travel from building-to-building as needed. May also work in a class 100 ESD sensitive wafer fab manufacturing facility; adheres to required safety and dress standards. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, fumes, or vapors and excessive noise from time-to-time while in the wafer manufacturing facility; stands and walks; performs various fine grasping movements, bends, and twists; operates a computer and enters information using a keyboard, operates a telephone, and other office equipment. May occasionally be required to push, pull, or lift up to 10 pounds. May travel internationally four or more times per year.

*Other duties of a similar nature or level are duties that may be required, but may not be specifically listed in the job description or posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TDK/Headway Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Applicants requiring accommodation in order to complete the application process should contact the Headway Human Resources Department.