Synstack Technologies · 14 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer
Houston, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
$45/hr - $45/hrSynstack Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to independently drive the mechanical design of HPC server chassis. The role involves creating 3D models, collaborating with thermal experts, and iterating designs based on simulation results to ensure efficient performance and manufacturability.
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Responsibilities
This position involves independently driving the mechanical design of HPC server chassis – the physical frameworks that hold and cool high-end computing systems
The engineer creates 3D models and drawings of the chassis and its components, defines materials and thicknesses, and ensures that all server boards, power supplies, drives, and cooling elements fit together efficiently
Engineer collaborates with thermal experts to design airflow paths, heat sinks, fans, or liquid cooling loops that keep cutting-edge processors and GPUs within safe temperatures
Throughout the design cycle, this engineer will iterate designs based on simulation results and lab testing, balancing performance, cost, and manufacturability
Qualification
Required
Chassis system or data center server hardware (designing the server room)
Proficiency in 3D CAD software for mechanical design using tools like PTC Creo, SolidWorks, or CATIA
Strong knowledge of engineering materials (metals, plastics, composites) and their applications in chassis design
Familiarity with manufacturing processes is critical
Strong analytical thinking to solve complex mechanical and thermal problems
Adept at methods like tolerance analysis
Excellent communication skills
Prior work on HPC Chassis system or data center server hardware
Preferred
Experience with high-density cooling solutions such as liquid cooling systems (cold plates, pumped liquid loops) or immersion cooling for electronics
Insight into thermal management of GPUs/CPUs (e.g., knowledge of heat flux challenges, two-phase cooling, or facility water-cooling hookups)
Background in designing hardware for high-performance computing applications
Knowledge of relevant standards and best practices in server and data center design like OCP
Knowing ASHRAE TC 9.9 recommended practices for data center equipment thermal envelopes
Compliance with IEC/ISO standards related to electronic equipment
Company
Synstack Technologies
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Founded in 2013
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase