Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, Data Center Hardware

Acceler8 Talent; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Acceler8 Talent is looking for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading AI/networking hardware startup in San Francisco. Responsibilities include developing chassis designs, conducting tolerance analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, over 8 years of mechanical design experience in telecom or data centers, and proficiency in Creo or SolidWorks. Hands-on experience with mechanical design techniques is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical design experience in telecom or data center hardware.
• Proficient in CAD modeling and documentation.
• Comfortable with rework tools and mock-up fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Develop chassis and line card designs for product requirements.
• Conduct 2D/3D tolerance studies for electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Design cooling systems and coordinate with suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

Proficient in Creo

Understanding of rack standards

Experience with OSFP/QSFP-DD connectors

Education

B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Acceler8 Talent is looking for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading AI/networking hardware startup in San Francisco. Responsibilities include developing chassis designs, conducting tolerance analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, over 8 years of mechanical design experience in telecom or data centers, and proficiency in Creo or SolidWorks. Hands-on experience with mechanical design techniques is essential.