Mechanical Product Engineer, Hyperscaler Operations

Pure Storage-posted 12 days ago
$175,000 - $290,000/Yr
Santa Clara, CA
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We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry. This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us. We are seeking results-oriented and experienced Mechanical Product Engineer in the fast growing new business development organization. Mechanical PE who is specialized in tooling and assembly process, automation development with program management experiences to lead product development in the Operations Team. Push our product quality and manufacturing capability to the next level of excellence. You will have the opportunity to lead/collaborate with highly talented Design Engineers, Commodity Managers, Product Managers, Technical Operations and Contract Manufacturing Teams to deliver high performance all-flash cloud storage solutions.

  • Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) for mechanical systems, driving Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and assembly process excellence from concept through high-volume production.
  • Develop and implement automated assembly solutions, including fixture/tooling design, robotics integration, and process optimization to improve yield, throughput, and cost efficiency.
  • Serve as the technical program manager (TPM) on the manufacturing of DirectFlash Module and future Hyperscale related products, ensuring cross-functional alignment, timely execution, and risk mitigation across engineering, operations, and suppliers.
  • Provide technical guidance for vendor selection and qualification, focusing on tooling capability, automation readiness, and process control for high-volume manufacturing.
  • Own strategic decisions for tooling architecture and high-volume production readiness, balancing scalability, cost, and quality objectives.
  • Lead DFx (Manufacturing, Assembly and Cost) reviews and influence design for manufacturability, assembly automation, and testability for mechanical and packaging components.
  • Lead cross-functional manufacturing readiness reviews and ensure production capability before product release.
  • Manage system-level BOM structure and product configuration in PLM tools (e.g., Agile), ensuring accurate representation of mechanical and automation-related components.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for mechanical assembly processes, automation systems, and continuous improvement frameworks.
  • Partner with packaging engineers and vendors to design, qualify, and transition packaging solutions into production, ensuring cost-effectiveness and structural integrity.
  • Collaborate with Quality and Operations teams to identify and implement corrective actions through structured failure analysis for mechanical and automated processes.
  • Be the primary technical consultant to Contract Manufacturers (CMs) for mechanical processes, tooling automation, and assembly issue resolution.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives in mechanical and automated manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost competitiveness.
  • Support factory automation roadmaps, including evaluating and deploying advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., robotics, vision systems, IoT monitoring) to meet long-term operational goals.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical product development, with a strong background in DFM, tooling design, and high-volume manufacturing processes.
  • Proven expertise in automation development, including robotics integration, automated assembly lines, and process validation.
  • Experience as a technical program manager, driving cross-functional initiatives from concept to production with clear milestones and deliverables.
  • Deep knowledge of DFx principles for both direct and indirect mechanical components.
  • Hands-on experience with tooling selection and qualification, including strategic decision-making for high-volume production.
  • Strong understanding of material properties, tolerances, and GD&T for precision mechanical components.
  • Experience with PLM tools (e.g., Agile) for BOM management and product configuration control.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to lead root cause analysis and corrective action for complex system-level issues.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills for influencing cross-functional teams and suppliers.
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Knowledge of automation programming or scripting for robotics/fixtures (e.g., PLC, Python for automation).
  • Familiarity with packaging design and qualification for high-tech products.
  • Previous experience in data-driven process optimization using tools like Six Sigma or DOE.
  • Flexible time off
  • Wellness resources
  • Company-sponsored team events
  • Incentive pay and/or equity
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