Mechanical Engineer

Cisco•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Computing Systems Products Group, through The Unified Computing Systems innovative architecture, helps to enable the fully unified data center. We architect the next generation unified computing systems, including compute, storage, network, visualization, and management into a single platform. The team designs, implements, and delivers Computer industry leading computing system products. You will be part of the dynamic and passionate team working on innovative projects. The Enterprise routing team provides intent-based networking for WAN, LAN, and cloud. Cisco network routers include integrated security, advanced analytics, automated provisioning, and application optimization, to deliver a complete solution. Whether you need a small business, branch, edge, enterprise, or virtual router, Cisco’s extensive portfolio of network routers offers end-to-end management and flexibility for your WAN, LAN, and cloud network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
2+ years of experience in designing electronic enclosures.
2+ years of experience in sheet metal and plastic injection molding design and manufacturing processes.
Proficient in 3D CAD tool such as Creo, NX, or Solidworks.
Proficient with tolerance analysis.
Experience in PCB IDF/IDX translation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with over 2 years of relevant experience.
Skilled in tolerance analysis and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
Strong background in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
Hands-on experience in the design of compute/storage systems and/or their thermal management.
Well-versed in mechanical components, including connectors, cabling, heatsinks, heatpipes, vapor chambers, fans, blowers, and EMC gaskets.
Experience in the design of compute or networking products.
Proficient with CFD analysis tools such as FloTherm, IcePak, and 6Sigma.
Proficient in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural analysis of mechanical systems.
Cross-functional knowlege in areas such as CAD, power distribution, signal integrity, safety, and EMC.

Responsibilities

Design the next generation of air and liquid cooled mechanical chassis that enable scalable network and compute solutions for the Enterprise Rounding, and the Unified Compute Systems product groups.
Drive innovation within assigned areas of responsibility.
Engage in technical discussions with multi-functional teams.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers and other cross-functional groups to identify risks, strategically develop simulations, plan and execute validation testing, and deliver objective, data-driven solutions.
Design board-level and system-level cooling solutions (e.g., heat sinks, fans) utilizing feedback from thermal simulations.
Schedule and facilitate peer and cross-functional team reviews of designs.
Create 3D models and 2D technical drawings using Creo PTC.
Perform engineering analysis under general supervision.
Conduct hands-on assembly and testing, along with data analysis and reporting.
Support the MCAD/ECAD process for PCB design under general supervision.
Manage bills of materials (BOM).

Benefits

medical, dental and vision insurance
a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
paid parental leave
short and long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
Cisco restricted stock units
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year (non-exempt)
flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
annual bonuses (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)