Mechanical Engineer I / II

Advanced Energy • Eden Prairie, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. This position supports the design, analysis, and validation of mechanical systems for advanced power and RF products. This role contributes across the product development lifecycle, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, manufacturable, and reliable solutions. This position may be filled at either the Mechanical Engineer I or Mechanical Engineer II level. Level will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, technical capabilities, and demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute to engineering efforts.

Requirements

• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles including design, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency or exposure to 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks or equivalent)
• Familiarity with mechanical components such as sheet metal, machined, molded, or fabricated parts
• Basic knowledge of tolerance analysis and GD&T principles
• Ability to perform hands-on lab work, testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., Ansys or similar) (Additional for Engineer II level)
• Ability to work more independently and contribute to design decisions (Additional for Engineer II level)
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or academic projects acceptable) (Mechanical Engineer I)
• Exposure to mechanical design, CAD modeling, and basic analysis techniques (Mechanical Engineer I)
• 2–5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with related experience (Mechanical Engineer II)
• Experience designing and validating mechanical systems in a professional environment (Mechanical Engineer II)
• Experience with thermal management, simulation, or product development preferred (Mechanical Engineer II)
• Experience applying DFM/DFA principles (Mechanical Engineer II)
• Experience with tolerance stack-ups and GD&T (ANSI Y14.5) (Mechanical Engineer II)
• Experience with thermal design and analysis (heat transfer, cooling systems) (Mechanical Engineer II)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with thermal management, simulation, or product development preferred (Mechanical Engineer II)

Responsibilities

• Participate in mechanical design and development activities across the product lifecycle, from concept through production
• Design and develop mechanical components including sheet metal, machined, molded, and 3D-printed parts
• Support the design and analysis of thermal management solutions such as heat sinks, cold plates, and cooling systems
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, firmware, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality) to meet design requirements
• Support prototype builds, lab testing, and troubleshooting activities
• Perform tolerance analysis and apply GD&T principles to mechanical designs
• Assist in material selection and validation for product performance and reliability
• Contribute to supplier interactions to ensure manufacturability, cost, and quality targets are achieved
• Conduct thermal and structural analysis using simulation tools and validate results through testing (Additional for Engineer II level)
• Design experiments and analyze data to improve product performance and reliability (Additional for Engineer II level)
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize product design and manufacturability (Additional for Engineer II level)

Benefits

• Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
• Short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
• 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
• Company matched 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
• Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
• Annual pay-for-performance incentive plan
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level