ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implementation, development and operation of Hard disk drive and HAMR technology tribology component head and media testing.
- Work on various tribometers and testers, focusing on the new development of Blade HDD-like testing in environmental chambers, to characterize mechanical, electrical and magnetic performance, reliability and lifetime of head designs and media pairings.
- Perform basic scripting and setup of testers to enable the required testing and desired data output.
- Work closely with existing engineers on site and with worldwide teams to execute testing requirements and report evaluations.
- Coach and direct a team of technicians and operators to perform the required testing, data analysis and reporting on a 24-7 operating model.
- Analyse data with statistical software, perform signal analysis, make concise technical reports that summarize the data and present these coherently to worldwide teams.
- Work closely with the onsite metrology and materials characterization lab to design the required analyses of heads post-testing and obtain relevant conclusions that influence design decisions.
- Lead tester statistical process control and preventative maintenance activities per IMS/ISO standards.
- Assist with other adhoc duties as assigned, wider departmental tasks and team building events.
- Attend and participate in conferences, offsite meetings and interlocks as assigned which could be overseas.
Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Materials / Tribology Engineering / Physics or related fields.
- Master’s in Mechanical / Electrical / Materials / Tribology Engineering / Physics or related fields.
PREFERRED:
- PhD Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Materials / Tribology Engineering / Physics or related fields.
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