AI Networking Hardware Mechanical Lead

Cisco Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with Cisco matching

Paid parental leave

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader to shape mechanical architectures for high‑end switching hardware used in hyperscale AI data centers.

You will balance packaging constraints with manufacturability and cost while guiding cross‑functional teams through critical design reviews. You will develop CAD models, drawings, and tolerance analyses, verify designs via prototypes, and collaborate with suppliers to resolve fabrication issues, driving robust, scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of related experience.
• Master’s degree with 6+ years of related experience.
• PhD with 3+ years of related experience.
• Experience designing and integrating mechanical assemblies for electronic hardware.
• Expertise in mechanical CAD for developing part and assembly models.
• Experience creating engineering drawings and tolerance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Define mechanical architectures and interface requirements for assigned switching hardware.
• Lead mechanical design decisions and technical reviews with cross‑functional teams.
• Verify mechanical designs through prototypes and testing; investigate failures and root causes.
• Develop CAD models, drawings, and tolerance analyses for interfaces and assembly.
• Deliver manufacturable designs and collaborate with suppliers to resolve fabrication and material issues.

Skills

Mechanical CAD

Mechanical design leadership

Prototyping and testing

Tolerance analysis

Packaging hardware integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

Job description

Cisco Systems, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader to shape mechanical architectures for high‑end switching hardware used in hyperscale AI data centers.

You will balance packaging constraints with manufacturability and cost while guiding cross‑functional teams through critical design reviews. You will develop CAD models, drawings, and tolerance analyses, verify designs via prototypes, and collaborate with suppliers to resolve fabrication issues, driving robust, scalable