Rack Level Integration Engineer

Rack Level Integration EngineerSanta Clara, CA - OnsiteFull TimeThe ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on experience with rack-level integration, AI compute rack architectures, hardware/software validation, and high-performance infrastructure environments. This role requires expertise in integrating servers, accelerators, networking switches, optical interconnects, power systems, and cooling solutions into highly optimized rack-scale platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesRack-Level Integration & ValidationLead rack-level integration activities for AI compute rack solutions and photonic fabric technologies.Integrate and validate all hardware and software elements within AI compute rack environments.Ensure compatibility, connectivity, stability, and optimal rack-level performance across integrated systems.Execute hands-on rack assembly, racking, stacking, and high-touch integration procedures.Optical Interconnect & Infrastructure IntegrationIntegrate rack-level optical interconnect technologies and optical backplane solutions.Configure and validate networking switches, servers, accelerators, smart PDUs, cooling systems, and power shelves.Support rack-level management functions including monitoring, automation, and system control capabilities.Testing, Qualification & Performance OptimizationSet up, test, troubleshoot, and qualify complete rack-level solutions.Ensure rack systems meet stringent performance, reliability, efficiency, and scalability benchmarks.Conduct validation testing and performance analysis across integrated AI compute environments.Troubleshoot hardware, thermal, power, and connectivity-related issues.Cross-Functional Collaboration & DocumentationCollaborate with hardware engineers, design teams, program managers, vendors, and customers.Maintain comprehensive documentation for rack integration activities, testing, and configurations.Support technical problem-solving across multidisciplinary engineering teams.Contribute to continuous improvement and integration best practices.Required QualificationsMust-Have SkillsRack-Level IntegrationAI Compute Rack ArchitectureRack-Level Validation & QualificationHardware & Software IntegrationOptical Interconnect IntegrationRack Management FunctionsPower Distribution Systems (PDUs)Rack Assembly / Racking & StackingPerformance Testing & BenchmarkingMechanical & Thermal CAD ToolsTroubleshooting & Root Cause AnalysisCross-Functional Engineering CollaborationEducationBachelor's Degree in:Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringRelated Engineering FieldORMaster's Degree / PhD with relevant experienceEquivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree.ExperienceMinimum 3+ years of hands-on rack-level integration experience.Experience working in high-tech or semiconductor industry environments.Experience integrating AI compute rack components and infrastructure systems.Proven experience validating rack-level solutions for performance and reliability.Preferred QualificationsExperience with rack-level optical interconnects.Experience supporting AI infrastructure or high-performance compute environments.Familiarity with cooling systems and thermal optimization.Experience integrating accelerators, networking switches, and photonic fabrics.Strong understanding of rack automation and monitoring systems.Work EnvironmentFully onsite engineering lab environment in Santa Clara, CA.Hands-on integration and validation role.Fast-paced high-tech product development environment.Cross-functional collaboration with global engineering teams.Recruiter Submission TemplateFull Name:Degree Major with University and Completion Year:Highest Education Level (Bachelor's / Master's / PhD):Total Years of Rack-Level Integration Experience:Total Years of AI Compute Infrastructure Experience:Experience with Rack-Level Optical Interconnects:Experience Integrating AI Compute Rack Components:Experience with:Servers:Accelerators:Networking Switches:Optical Backplanes:Power Shelves:Cooling Solutions:Experience with Smart PDUs / Power Distribution Systems:Experience with Rack-Level Management Functions & Monitoring:Experience with Mechanical & Thermal CAD Tools:Experience Testing & Qualifying Rack-Level Solutions:Experience Troubleshooting Rack-Level Hardware/Software Issues:Experience with Racking & Stacking Procedures:Experience Working in High-Tech / Semiconductor Environments:Experience Collaborating with Cross-Functional Engineering Teams:Experience Creating Technical Documentation:Familiarity with AI Infrastructure / HPC Environments:Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local to Santa Clara, CA)Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:Contact Number:Email ID:LinkedIn Profile URL:Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):Notice Period (in weeks):Current Work Authorization Status (US):Expected Salary:Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite in Santa Clara, CA (Yes/No):