Director of Mechanical Design - Server Systems

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus eligibility

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave and family care

Job summary

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, seeks a Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead a global team responsible for the design and development of advanced server and rack-level solutions through concept, prototyping, validation, and production.

The role requires strong technical leadership and collaboration with electrical, thermal, firmware, and manufacturing teams, plus direct engagement with customers and suppliers to tailor mechanical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical and structural design for electro-mechanical systems.
• 5+ years of experience leading engineering teams and delivering complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Deep understanding of mechanical engineering principles, especially in data center environments.
• Expertise in thermal management, structural design, vibration control, and high-volume manufacturing techniques (sheet metal, injection molding).
• Strong grasp of the interplay between mechanical, electrical, thermal, power, firmware, and networking systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (Pro-E/Creo, AutoCAD), FEA, and thermal simulation tools (Flotherm, Ansys).
• Ability to work independently and report progress effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering team in the development of server and rack-level systems from concept through production.
• Direct system architecture, design reviews, prototyping, validation, and implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, thermal, firmware, and manufacturing to ensure cohesive product development.
• Engage directly with customers and suppliers to gather requirements and deliver tailored mechanical solutions.
• Balance cost, performance, quality, and schedule across multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide technical mentorship and career development for engineering staff.
• Drive innovation in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Skills

CAD tools (Pro-E/Creo, AutoCAD)

FEA

Thermal simulation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Server & rack-level design

Data center knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Pro-E/Creo

AutoCAD

Flotherm

Ansys

Job description

ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, seeks a Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead a global team responsible for the design and development of advanced server and rack-level solutions through concept, prototyping, validation, and production.

The role requires strong technical leadership and collaboration with electrical, thermal, firmware, and manufacturing teams, plus direct engagement with customers and suppliers to tailor mechanical solutions.