Principal Mechanical Engineering

Broadcom; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Hardware Engineer to lead the design and development of mechanical assemblies for ultra high-performance electronic products. This role involves working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where delivering high-quality products is paramount. You will take ownership of the entire lifecycle of mechanical design, from concept through to production, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Join a small, experienced team that values collaboration and innovation, and make a significant impact on cutting-edge technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on high-performance products.
• Strong understanding of thermal issues and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical assemblies for high-performance electronic products.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure product quality and compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Thermal Management

Collaboration with Manufacturing

Product Lifecycle Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

As a Principal Hardware Engineer, you will design, develop, and deliver Mechanical assemblies, including full chassis design for Ultra High-performance and power electronic products. In addition, you may provide technical leadership to a small design team. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and are proud of delivering high-quality products. We believe in small teams of highly experienced engineers. This team will own all aspects of Mech design, including BOM creation, participation with vendor negotiators, product look and feel, design, development, and validation. With DFM, a critical component of our development. Our Cradle to Grave lifecycle product development means ownership does not end at product ship. You will help with customer trials, field issues, and product sustaining.

You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of Hardware, ASIC, Signal, Mechanical, Thermal, Diagnostic, Packaging, and Manufacturing engineers. In addition, Joint development programs may require extensive interaction with partner engineering teams.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• High-powered production enclosures capable of cooling 2kW/RU+
• Power and Thermal issues associated with PCBs with 1kW+ footprints
• Proven collaboration with production shops and manufacturing teams to streamline production processes, enhance quality control, and ensure smooth transitions from design to implementation.
• Understanding of relevant US, European, and Asian regulations and standards, ensuring all designs meet safety and environmental requirements.
• Demonstrate lifecycle product ownership of complex products. Participating in a cross-functional team from product inception to volume production
• Work with support groups, including Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Customer Support, Compliance, Safety, and Sustainability
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 12+ years of experience

Beneficial Experience:

• Small Team Lead or proven technical mentor