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AMD ยท 2 weeks ago

Principal Mechanical Engineer

positionAustin, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
money$163K/yr - $245K/yr

AMD is a company focused on building innovative products that enhance next-generation computing experiences. The Principal Mechanical Engineer will drive the mechanical design for AMD's server and GPU platforms, requiring deep expertise in mechanical systems and product integration.

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Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical design for advanced server and GPU platforms
Develop detailed mechanical designs and prototypes; validate through simulation, analysis, and physical testing
Collaborate with system architecture, board, validation, and manufacturing teams to ensure cohesive product development and system reliability
Represent AMD in technical reviews, customer engagements, and industry forums
Provide consultative direction to senior leadership on mechanical strategy and design trade-offs
Mentor engineers, guide technical direction across functional boundaries, and foster innovation
Make critical decisions impacting multiple product families, go-to-market readiness, and overall customer satisfaction

Qualification

Mechanical designServer systems expertiseCAD tools e.g.CAD tools CreoDFM principlesCross-functional collaborationCommunicationLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field (minimum Bachelor's required)
Deep expertise in mechanical systems and product integration
Strong background in mechanical design including server and GPU systems, data center infrastructure, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and solve complex design challenges
Ability to influence technical direction across teams and product lines

Preferred

Proven expertise in mechanical design for server and rack solutions
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., Creo)
Familiarity with DFM principles and manufacturing processes for high-volume production
Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration with electrical, thermal, and validation teams
Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across organizations

Benefits

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Company

AMD

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Advanced Micro Devices is a semiconductor company that designs and develops graphics units, processors, and media solutions.
dateFounded in 1969
location
Santa Clara, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.amd.com

H1B Sponsorship

AMD has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (551)
2022 (739)
2021 (519)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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Key Investors
OpenAIDaniel Loeb
2025-10-06Post Ipo Equity
2023-03-02Post Ipo Equity
2021-06-29Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Lisa Su
Chair & CEO
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Mark Papermaster
CTO and EVP
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