Hardware Mechanical Engineer II

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP; Spring (TX); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking a Hardware Mechanical Engineer II to design mechanical and thermal hardware, electronics enclosures, and production tooling. This role emphasizes validation via tolerances, form/fit/function, and acoustics, with collaboration across internal and external teams.

Required are a Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering and 2–4 years of experience, with CREO and CFD/thermal analysis skills. Hybrid work arrangement with some in-office days.

Qualifications

• Using CREO or other 3D CAD software as a mechanical design tool.
• Ability to apply analytical and problem solving skills.
• Designing sheet metal and plastic parts and associated production tooling.
• Using CFD and thermal mockups to validate thermal solution.

Responsibilities

• Designs portions of engineering solutions for mechanical and thermal hardware and tooling.
• Develops and implements parameters and test plans including validation of tolerances and acoustics.
• Collaborates with internal and outsourced development partners on mechanical design and development.
• Participates as a team member to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately complex products.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

English proficiency

Thermal analysis

3D CAD tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Hardware Mechanical Engineer II

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are:

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world.

Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description:

Job Family Definition: Designs, analyzes, develops, modifies and evaluates materials, mechanical systems, equipment and packaging. Conducts feasibility, design margin and validation analysis and empirical testing on new and modified designs. Leads and/or assists in architecture development and assessment. Evaluates reliability of materials, properties, designs, and techniques used in production. May direct support personnel and/or partner organizations in the preparation of detailed design, design testing, prototype fabrication, and production tooling.

Management Level Definition: Contributions include applying intermediate level of subject matter expertise to solve common technical problems. Acts as an informed team member providing analysis of information and recommendations for appropriate action. Works independently within an established framework and with moderate supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Designs portions of engineering solutions for mechanical and thermal hardware, electronics enclosures, and production tooling based on established engineering principles and in accordance with development technology practices and guidelines.
• Develops and implements parameters and test plans for existing designs, including validation of tolerances, form/fit/function, shock and vibration, electromagnetic interference, safety, reliability, developing fan curves, system power measurements & acoustics.
• Collaborates and communicates with internal and outsourced development partners on mechanical and thermal design and development.
• Participates as a member of project team of other mechanical hardware engineers and internal and outsourced development partners to develop reliable, cost effective and high quality solutions for low to moderately- complex products.

Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent Typically 2-4 years experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Using CREO or other 3D CAD software as a mechanical design tool.
• Ability to apply analytical and problem solving skills.
• Designing sheet metal and plastic parts and associated production tooling and processes.
• Using CFD and thermal mockups to validate thermal solution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; mastery in English and local language.
• Ability to effectively communicate design proposals and negotiate options.

What We Can Offer You:

• Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
• Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
• Unconditional Inclusion We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at

Job: Engineering Job Level: TCP_02

The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level. – United States of America: Annual Salary USD 66,800 - 126,000 in Colorado // 62,900 - 145,300 in North Carolina & Texas The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

The estimated job application period closure is December 26 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

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