Mechanical Engineer – PhD/MS New Graduate

Mechanical Engineer – PhD/MS New GraduateThis role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Job Description:

Reporting to the Head of Mechanical Engineering, the Mechanical Engineer will be part of a team responsible for the mechanical design, development, and qualification of networking products and systems.

This is an entry-level position intended for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate who is interested in developing hands-on product design experience in a fast-paced hardware development environment. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals, enjoys designing and building hardware, and is eager to learn from experienced engineers while contributing directly to product development.

• 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.
• Collaborate with Electrical, Thermal, Signal Integrity, Reliability, Manufacturing, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support the integration of PCBs, connectors, cables, optical modules, fans, heatsinks, and other components into mechanical assemblies.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute engineering analysis and recommendations.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to resolve design and manufacturability issues.
• Support DFM/DFA activities and learn manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, machining, die casting, extrusion, and plastics.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering specifications, test plans, technical reports, BOMs, and engineering change documentation.
• Gain exposure to air and liquid cooling technologies used in high-performance electronic systems.
• Support prototype and production builds and help troubleshoot issues found during assembly and testing.
• Develop technical skills and progressively take ownership of components, assemblies, and engineering activities.

Education

Required

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

Preferred

• MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Internship, co-op, academic project, or research experience involving mechanical product design or electromechanical systems.
• Coursework, project, internship, or research experience in structural analysis, FEA, vibration, or mechanical reliability.
• Experience with electronics packaging, computer/server hardware, robotics, automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, or similar hardware products.
• Hands-on experience building and testing mechanical or electromechanical systems.

Expected Competencies

• Working knowledge of 3D solid modeling tools; SolidWorks or Creo experience preferred.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up principles.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and heat transfer.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis fundamentals and FEA; experience with tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or SolidWorks Simulation is preferred.
• Understanding of stress, deflection, vibration, shock, and structural integrity of mechanical assemblies is preferred.
• Ability to interpret structural analysis results and correlate simulation predictions with physical test results is a plus.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes such as sheet metal, machining, injection molding, die casting, extrusion, and 3D printing.
• Familiarity with electronics packaging, PCBs, connectors, cables, fans, and heatsinks is a plus.
• Exposure to thermal design, electronics cooling, or liquid cooling is a plus.
• Experience with hands-on prototyping, laboratory testing, machining, or 3D printing is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about how products are designed, built, tested, and improved.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and work effectively in a cross-functional team.
• Willingness to work hands-on in the laboratory and participate in prototype and product builds.
• Ability and willingness to learn new engineering tools, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced product development environment.

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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TCP_02"The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 71,700 - 145,300 in California
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered."

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