Cisco · 2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$191K/yr - $281K/yr
8+ years expCisco is a leading technology company revolutionizing how data and infrastructure connect in the AI era. The role involves providing technical leadership in the mechanical design of high-performance routers, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership and problem-solving expertise for mechanical testing at a part or system level
Lead/mentor other engineers and convey technical guidance to resolve complex projects/issues
Architect, design, and deliver system mechanical designs as specified by product requirements
Demonstrate a high degree of originality and innovation in defining product and project level architecture
Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional team members to achieve project goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Engineering + 12 years of related industry experience or Master's degree in Engineering + 8 years of related industry experience
Expert in use of 3D MCAD tools (such as Creo/Siemens NX)
Extensive sheet metal enclosure design experience (for example with fixed or modular chassis)
Demonstrated expertise in using GD&T and performing tolerance analysis
Expertise with sheet metal manufacturing (soft and hard tooling)
Preferred
5+ years of relevant experience in the design of compute/networking products
Relevant experience in the mechanical design of computer/network equipment designed to operate in data centers
Experience in plastic and die-casting design and tooling
Broad knowledge of applicable cross-functional design fields: PCB layout, EMI, safety, and thermal
Experience in structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis tools, such as PTC Creo Simulate or Ansys
Thermal system design experience: heat sinks, heat pipes, vapor chambers; familiarity with chillers and thermoelectric plates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills; ability to interact with management, team members, and external vendors
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
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 determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
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
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Chuck Robbins
Chair and CEO
Carl Solder
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