Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Tract Capital Management•Austin, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer operates in a global engineering environment supporting the design and productization of mechanical, electrical, and structural data center infrastructure. This role leads mechanical design across new product development, continuous improvement, and existing product lines, with a strong focus on 3D CAD modeling, assemblies, manufacturing documentation, and BOM structures. You will work independently with minimal oversight while partnering with Principal Engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, manufacturable designs aligned with performance, safety, cost, and schedule objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, Associate degree with strong experience considered
5+ years of mechanical design or product engineering experience in industrial, mechanical, or electrical equipment
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools including Creo, AutoCAD, Fusion, Inventor, or SOLIDWORKS
Strong experience with mechanical drawings, tolerancing, and manufacturing documentation
Experience managing BOMs, ERP/MRP systems, and document control environments
Ability to work independently while meeting quality, schedule, and documentation expectations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Advanced 3D CAD expertise including Creo, AutoCAD, Fusion, Inventor, and SOLIDWORKS with complex assemblies and configurations
Strong mechanical design fundamentals, GD&T, and manufacturing documentation
Knowledge of data center infrastructure including HVAC systems, switchgear, low voltage assemblies, enclosures, bus systems, and cable routing
Experience with BOM management, change control, and document systems
Strong problem solving, analytical thinking, and structured design approach
Effective communication and collaboration across engineering and operations teams
High ownership, attention to detail, and process discipline

Nice To Haves

Experience with data center infrastructure, switchgear, and enclosure design
Background in large and complex CAD assemblies and design modifications
Familiarity with UL/IEC standards
Experience with sheet metal, weldments, and fabrication processes
Knowledge of ECO/ECN workflows and formal change management systems
Experience in global engineering or multi-site manufacturing environments
Team-oriented and adaptable to evolving project needs

Responsibilities

Develop 3D CAD models, detailed parts, and complex assemblies for data center infrastructure products
Create complete 2D drawings including dimensions, GD&T, tolerances, and specifications
Design new components and improve existing designs with focus on reliability, safety, manufacturability, and cost
Build and maintain accurate BOM structures for mechanical and electrical assemblies
Apply DFM/DFA principles and consider fabrication methods such as sheet metal, machining, weldments, and bus bars
Generate manufacturing and fabrication drawing packages aligned with specifications and standards
Support engineering system setup including CAD structure, part numbering, and configurations
Load BOM and material data into ERP/MRP systems
Compile technical submittts for internal review and customer release
Manage document control, revisions, and engineering change processes
Coordinate deliverables to support project schedules, manufacturing timelines, and on-time delivery
Track progress and organize all engineering documentation
Support Principal Engineers and Product Leads on project-specific configurations
Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to resolve design challenges
Work with vendors and fabrication partners to refine designs and specifications
Provide technical input to project managers on scope, schedule, and risk
Participate in testing and validation of assemblies and components across fit, form, function, thermal, structural, and safety requirements
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for design-related issues
Contribute to CAD standards, templates, libraries, and design review improvements
Help refine engineering processes, guidelines, and best practices
Manage multiple projects independently with minimal oversight
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers and drafters
Support value engineering, cost reduction, and product standardization initiatives