Mechanical Design Engineer

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Job Description:

Job Summary:

HPE Networking is seeking a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to help develop the next generation of high-performance networking hardware. This role focuses on the mechanical design, structural analysis, and validation of high-power, high-density networking systems, contributing throughout the product development lifecycle from initial concept through production.

The position offers an opportunity to apply sound mechanical engineering fundamentals, analytical problem-solving, and hands-on testing to develop robust, reliable products. Working in a collaborative engineering environment with teams across the US and internationally, the Mechanical Design Engineer will contribute to innovative networking solutions while building technical expertise and taking on increasing design responsibility.

Job Description:

This is a Mechanical Engineer II position for an engineer with 2-4 years of relevant experience. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will design, analyze, and validate mechanical components and assemblies for advanced networking products. You will develop detailed designs and engineering drawings, perform structural analysis and simulations, and support design decisions through engineering calculations and hands-on product testing.

You will collaborate with thermal, electrical, and manufacturing engineering teams, as well as external partners and suppliers, to address design challenges and ensure products meet performance, reliability, quality, and manufacturability requirements. Working within an established engineering framework, you will take ownership of assigned designs and technical tasks, using analysis and test results to identify issues and drive design improvements. This role offers increasing technical responsibility and independence as you develop your engineering experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop 3D mechanical designs, detailed engineering drawings, and specifications for high-performance networking hardware and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform structural analysis, engineering calculations, tolerance analysis, and simulations to evaluate mechanical performance, structural integrity, and design margins.
• Select and integrate mechanical components, connectors, and hardware based on product requirements and engineering specifications.
• Plan and conduct hands-on testing to validate mechanical designs, evaluate product performance, and identify potential design weaknesses.
• Analyze test results, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and recommend design improvements to enhance product reliability, durability, and service life.
• Collaborate with electrical, thermal, and manufacturing engineers to ensure successful mechanical and system-level integration.
• Work with hardware manufacturing partners and suppliers to support component selection, design reviews, design optimization, and transition from development to production.
• Support product qualification and validation activities, ensuring designs meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.
• Document engineering designs, analysis results, test procedures, and validation findings.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, engineering materials, tolerances, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling and creation of detailed engineering drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of structural mechanics and the ability to perform engineering calculations and interpret analysis results.
• Experience or familiarity with mechanical testing, design validation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven engineering decisions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), structural simulation, or other mechanical analysis tools.
• Experience designing mechanical components or assemblies for electronic equipment, servers, networking hardware, or high-density computing systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical design considerations for high-power electronic systems, including structural integrity, component integration, and thermal-management interfaces.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, mechanical testing, and product qualification.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, supplier collaboration, and design-for-manufacturability principles.

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Job:

Job Level:

- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 84,200 - 170,300 in California

The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

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