About the position
The Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader will be responsible for designing and delivering next-generation chassis and cards that meet system product requirements. This role requires performing detailed 2D tolerance analysis for complex electro-mechanical assemblies and developing innovative mechanical solutions using materials such as sheet metal, plastic, and die-cast. The candidate will also be expected to create 3D CAD models using tools like Creo or NX, apply Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning (GD&T) principles, and lead the resolution of issues by collaborating closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers. The position involves working with cross-functional teams to negotiate requirements and evaluate technical risks, as well as providing technical design guidance and mentoring for junior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver next generation chassis and cards that meet system product requirements.
- Perform detailed 2D tolerance analysis for complex electro-mechanical assemblies using spreadsheet and/or 3D tolerance analysis tools such as CETol.
- Design and develop innovative mechanical solutions using sheet metal, plastic, and die-cast that meet EMI, safety, and compliance requirements.
- Develop 3D CAD models using Creo or NX.
- Create detailed drawings by applying Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning (GD&T) principles.
- Lead resolution of issues by working closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers, developing mitigation plans, and keeping management informed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HW, SI, CAD, Thermal, Manufacturing, etc.) to negotiate requirements and evaluate technical risks and tradeoffs.
- Collaborate with thermal engineers to design and implement cooling solutions.
- Provide technical design guidance and mentoring for junior engineers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent and 8-12 years of EMS design experience.
- 8+ years of relevant experience in design of compute/network products.
- Expertise in use of 3D MCAD tools (Creo/NX).
- Experience in performing static and dynamic analysis using tools such as Creo Simulate or ANSYS.
- Expert in tolerance analysis, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and statistical analysis.
- Experience designing sheet metal for high volume production.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of GD&T principles and tolerance analysis.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Relevant experience in the mechanical design of computer/networking equipment for data centers.
- Strong knowledge in manufacturing tooling for sheet metal, plastic, and die-casting.
- Experience in designing plastic and die-cast parts.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Mechanism design experience a plus.
- Experience in ECO, BOM, and Deviation processes (Agile experience a plus).
- Familiarity with PDMLink (TeamCenter) a plus.
- Experience in Model-Based Definition (MBD) a plus.
- An excellent team player who is willing to listen, compromise, and work together to find the best solution for the product.
