Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure

Meta; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Meta is hiring a Mechanical Engineer for Infrastructure in Menlo Park. The role focuses on designing, prototyping, testing, and validating mechanical systems for AI/ML, servers, storage, and data centers.

You will work with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and ensure production-readiness. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, a mechanical/mechatronic engineering degree, and hands-on CAD experience with SolidWorks or Creo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/mechatronic engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3+ years designing and shipping volume commercial hardware.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or Creo for mechanical design.
• Strong communication and documentation skills across teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototyping, and testing of mechanical devices for AI/ML, servers, or data centers.
• Collaborate with TPM, hardware, thermal, software, and external teams to meet goals.
• Create test plans and verification procedures for design performance.
• Develop documentation and specs for prototyping and production.
• Support manufacturing partners through DFM and engineering verification.

Skills

3+ years experience

3D CAD

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

3D CAD

Job description

This is a full-time position within the Mechanical Engineering group The Infra Mechanical Engineering group supports all the product teams, such as AI/ML, servers, storage, networking, Rack&Power and data centers. Each product team is responsible for building a specific piece of the infrastructure to connect people across the world. Meta supports this effort through the Open Compute Project (OCP). This is a unique opportunity to join our team and help us build the world’s most open and efficient connection platforms.Mechanical Engineer, Infrastructure Responsibilities:Specifications, design, prototyping, and testing of devices and products for AI/ML, server, storage, network systems, or Rack & Power, for use in communication devices and data centersWork closely with the TPM, hardware, thermal, software, supply chain and outside partner teams to ensure that project goals and schedules are metValidate product performance against requirements from many internal customers using design and simulation toolsPerform part and assembly-level tolerance analysis, motion, and performance studiesQuickly iterate through various design concepts, bringing them to life via fast prototypes that can be fabricated with assistance from our prototyping labCreate test plans, design test equipment, and undertake testing procedures to verify design performanceCreate documentation and specifications suitable for prototyping, quoting, and productionWork with contract manufacturing partners through the design-for-manufacturing process and engineering verification stages required to move the product from prototype to productionSupport our manufacturing partners by working on-site with their overseas design and manufacturing teamsMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or equivalent industry experience3+ years of experience in designing and shipping volume commercial productsExperience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or CreoExperience with analyzing and resolving issues cross-functionallyCommunication and documentation experiencePreferred Qualifications:Experience designing sheetmetal enclosuresExperience with detailed tolerance analysis of complex assembliesExperience designing plastic, die cast, extruded, and machined partsExperience optimizing product designs using FEA and CFD for shock and vibration, thermal, and certification performance5+ years of experience in designing and shipping data center system equipmentExperience with a variety of electronic interconnections and their various performance pros and consExperience with environmental qualification testing and industry qualification testingExperience with owning a complete hardware system as a mechanical engineering leadEnd-to-end experience from concept creation to deployment of a productFamiliar with AI/ML, server, storage, network, machine learning systemsAbout Meta:Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].$118,000/year to $170,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.