Manufacturing Engineer, NPI

DDN Storage is seeking great candidates to join our dynamic team of passionate customer-enabling technologists!

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DDN Storage is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - ~ Marc Hamilton VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA

DDN Storage is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge storage and data management solutions are designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN Storage empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence.

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management.

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who will help maintain the highest output and quality of DDN Storage products while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of current manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and improving current methods, developing and implementing new processes, and ensuring the highest quality standards are met throughout production. He/she will work collaboratively across various departments, including engineering, production, and quality control, to continuously optimize our manufacturing footprint. This is a full-time position located onsite in Chatsworth, CA. Targeted pay $115k DOE.

Responsibilities:

• Support DDN production using standard manufacturing engineering practices and technical expertise.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Streamline product assembly and improve quality through the creation or procurement of custom tools, fixtures, and equipment.
• Reduce system and component assembly times through lean manufacturing techniques.
• Determine optimal rework methods for nonconforming products.
• Review technical drawings and specifications to provide engineering input to production.
• Perform failure analyses and address corrective actions for product failures.
• Design and qualify custom packaging to ensure product safety during transportation.
• Provide training for team members globally to ensure proper product usage and handling.
• Communicate with and audit vendors/suppliers to address or improve products and quality.
• Participate in and lead factory readiness reviews for new products, systems, and software releases.
• Create and manage engineering change orders (ECOs) to introduce or improve parts, drawings, and manufacturers across all product types.

 Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, or other applicable degree.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in manufacturing environments with electromechanical products and assemblies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes of production issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for documenting processes and collaborating with cross-functional team members.
• Experience using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with PLM software environments.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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