Senior Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering

Celestica International LP•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering is responsible for leading and managing the employees who develop new mechanical systems/modules and maintain existing designs. Research mechanical concepts and create system solutions using 3D modeling and simulation software. Complete calculations and test, validate, and qualify their systems and make adjustments as needed. Provide support throughout the manufacturing process of the mechanical system that they have designed. The Senior Manager, Mechanical Design Engineering manages cross functional teams of other engineers, customers, supply chain and project leadership to ensure robust and high quality product development. Enhance designs with feedback from reviews in areas such as manufacturing, test, supply chain, reliability, industrial design and simulations.

Requirements

Proficiency in using 3D solid modeling/MCAD. Preferably Creo, current to at least Creo 5.
Proficiency with Windchill PDM
In-depth knowledge and understanding of the business unit and how decisions impact customer satisfaction, product quality, on-time delivery and the profitability of the unit.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of engineering design, development, and production in a highly dynamic engineering environment.
Broad knowledge of an electronic manufacturing environment, materials and processes.
Deep familiarity with high-speed PCBA system design and interconnect
Excellent analytical and problem resolution skills.
Strong knowledge of electromechanical design requirements and execution for high-end, complex telecommunications or datacenter products, at the PCB, chassis, and rack level
Extensive experience in managing design tradeoffs in the areas of mechanical design, thermal management, EMC, and hardware design
Strong design experience with sheet metal (both soft- and hard-tooled), injection molded parts, thermal management technologies, and designing complex and dense electromechanical products
Prior experience with ECAD/MCAD collaboration and data transfer (IDF)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
Ability to effectively lead, train and motivate a diverse group of employees to meet high levels of technical requirements within tight time deadlines.
Tolerance analysis
Prior experience with liquid cooling of electronics systems including single and two-phase, as well as immersion cooling
10+ Years of experience in Mechanical Design
Requires 4+ years of managerial/leadership experience
Highly self-motivated with a strong multidisciplinary background
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Successful track record bringing products to market
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with ORv3 racks, structural analysis (FEA), current techniques for mounting extremely large and complex heat sinks including severe compression between heat sink and device, experience with applications involving dense cabling including cable backplanes, conversant with the current technology in optical transceivers, and ability to operate Allegro (v 17.2 or greater) to review/verify PCB design.
Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development and implementation of technical solutions for complex projects, involving multiple domains. Participate in project planning and scheduling.
Take responsibility for non-technical elements of an engineering project (people, financials etc.)
Review and interpret customer specifications and may act as primary customer contact.
Analyze trade-offs in complex systems and recommend solutions. Develop deployment strategies and plans.
Lead the deployment of strategic technologies/programs and coordinate global deployment efforts.
May manage relationships with key vendors/partners.
Prepare calculations on the proposed solution before completing technical drawings
Design, modify and implement systems that meet customer and Celestica needs. E.g. Sketch and draw up designs using input from other engineers, requirements and input from design review (DFx) team
Create designs in line with company procedure, regulations and client standards
Submit drawings to management, engineering teams and customers for review.
Use customer feedback and data to upgrade, improve or repair the company's existing machines
Provide support during the manufacturing process
Finalize designs and send prints to the production department.
Set yearly plans and goals for the department, give direction on expected performance, provide regular performance evaluations and ongoing feedback. Accountable for all department objectives and achieving agreed targets for key performance indicators.