Jabil · 3 weeks ago
Mechanical Integration Engineer – DCI Pipes, Frames and Structures
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$127K/yr - $229K/yr
5+ years expJabil is a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Principal Mechanical Engineer to support the development of power and cooling infrastructure for data centers, focusing on designing robust mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
Responsibilities
Experience designing and integrating hydronic systems including pumps, piping networks, valves, and heat exchangers for data center cooling applications
Knowledge of fluid dynamics, pressure drop calculations, and pipe sizing for chilled water and glycol-based systems
Understanding of installation constraints, maintenance access, and serviceability in large-scale mechanical infrastructure
Design and develop mechanical frames, enclosures, and support structures for data center power and cooling products (e.g., UPS systems, battery racks, CRAC units, containment systems, LVS, MVS)
Perform advanced structural analysis using FEA tools to validate mechanical integrity under static, dynamic, seismic, and thermal loads
Analyze load paths, stress concentrations, and fatigue life of structural components to ensure long-term reliability
Design metal enclosures with considerations for airflow, thermal containment, EMI shielding, and environmental protection
Evaluate and implement new materials, coatings, and fabrication technologies to enhance product performance and reliability
Participate in customer engagements and site visits to understand deployment constraints and gather feedback for design improvements
Create detailed CAD models and fabrication drawings, including weldments, sheet metal, and machined parts
Select appropriate materials and fabrication methods to optimize cost, performance, and reliability
Collaborate with electrical, thermal, and systems engineering teams to integrate mechanical designs with functional components
Lead mechanical design reviews and contribute to cross-functional design validation efforts
Develop and maintain design documentation including BOMs, specifications, test plans, and engineering change orders (ECOs)
Drive continuous improvement in mechanical design for manufacturability (DFM), cost reduction, and performance optimization
Interface with suppliers and customers to resolve fabrication issues and ensure quality standards are met
Support lifecycle management of mechanical components, including obsolescence planning and alternate sourcing
Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical failures or field issues
Ensure mechanical designs support airflow management, thermal containment, and integration with cooling systems (e.g., in-row cooling, rear door heat exchangers)
Collaborate with compliance and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS, REACH)
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
5+ years of experience in mechanical design and fabrication, preferably in data center, industrial, or power systems environments
Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor) and FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus)
Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes including welding, sheet metal forming, and machining is a must
Experience with structural design for heavy equipment or large assemblies, and familiarity with thermal and airflow considerations in enclosure design
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
Able to work independently with minimal oversight
Proficient in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
Comfortable working as part of a global team
Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
Able to mentor less experienced engineers
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 30%
Preferred
Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
Experience designing mechanical systems for data centers, telecom, or industrial power/cooling products
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to data center infrastructure
Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing; Experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
4 weeks of paid parental leave
11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays)
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
Jabil
Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2B2025-06-18Post Ipo Debt· $3.2B
1993-05-07IPO
Leadership Team
Steve Borges
EVP/CEO Jabil Heal
Sherman Tang
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