Senior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. is a leader in power management products for mission and process critical applications. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the computer service provider (on-line commerce, streaming, hosting, etc.), semiconductor manufacturing and financial sectors. LayerZero provides innovative products to ensure user safety and ultimate reliability of computers, servers, communication gear, and other critical equipment. LayerZero manufactures best-in-class products representing high-end solutions. LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers. To meet the challenge of growth and opportunities, LayerZero Power Systems is seeking additional Mechanical Engineers to join the engineering team. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to support the design and development of next-generation power systems products. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the mechanical integrity, thermal performance, and reliability of Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (PhD preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and simulation for electromechanical systems.
- Experience with 3-D CAD tools (Solid Edge preferred) -- Required.
- Expert in FEA and CFD.
- Strong understanding of thermal management, heat transfer, structural mechanics, and vibration analysis.
- Proven experience with design for manufacturability and design for reliability in sheet metal and electro-mechanical assemblies.
- Hands-on experience with thermal and vibration testing.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with electrical power systems is a strong plus.
- Knowledge of UL, IEC, or ANSI standards for power equipment.
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design and analysis activities for power systems products including Static Transfer Switches and Power Distribution Units.
- Support sustaining engineering efforts to improve existing product designs through simulation and test.
- Perform advanced FEA simulations to assess structural integrity of enclosures, busbars, and mounting assemblies.
- Drive structural optimization through simulation-based design approaches.
- Conduct CFD analysis to optimize cooling airflow, temperature rise, and component thermal management in enclosed systems.
- Drive thermal design improvements through simulation-based design approaches.
- Validate analytical models through prototype testing and measurement.
- Contribute to design reviews, establish simulation standards, and coach junior engineers in analysis techniques.
- Support thermal related field support issues.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
