Hybrid Mechanical Engineer - New Grad (PhD/MS)

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking an entry‑level Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the mechanical design of networking hardware in a fast‑paced hardware environment. The role emphasizes hands‑on product design, building and testing hardware, and learning from experienced engineers across multiple engineering domains.

This hybrid role requires collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal, and Manufacturing teams to take concepts through production while developing skills in 3D CAD,

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the mechanical design and development of networking systems, chassis, line cards, and related hardware from concept through production.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
• Apply mechanical engineering fundamentals including GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials selection, structural mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Participate in prototype builds, laboratory testing, design verification, and product qualification.
• Assist with mechanical failure investigations and root‑cause analysis.
• Work closely with senior engineers to evaluate design concepts and identify technical risks.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Thermal design

Prototyping

Education

BS in ME

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is seeking an entry‑level Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the mechanical design of networking hardware in a fast‑paced hardware environment. The role emphasizes hands‑on product design, building and testing hardware, and learning from experienced engineers across multiple engineering domains.

This hybrid role requires collaboration with Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal, and Manufacturing teams to take concepts through production while developing skills in 3D CAD,