Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design EngineerLocation: San Jose, CAFTE Only15 - 18 years of experienceJob DescriptionThermal Design: Heatsink topology, vapor chambers, heat pipes, fin optimization; fan selection and control; ducting; altitude derating; PoE PSU thermal integration (e.g., 1100W).CFD Expertise: Geometry prep, meshing strategy, solver settings, turbulence models (k??/k??), boundary condition fidelity; correlation methods and uncertainty analysis.FEA/Structural: Static, modal, buckling, fatigue; fixture/constraint realism; shock/vibe spectra; fastener/joint analysis; compliance with GR?63.Mechanisms & Kinematics: Latches, ejectors, guides, hinges, detents; ergonomics and tactile feedback; wear and tolerance sensitivity.EMC?Aware Mechanics: Shielding architectures, gasket compression, seam leakage control, conductive finishes, grounding paths.GD&T & Tolerance Analysis: Datum strategy, stack?up spreadsheets, worst?case/RSS methods; CMM validation; manufacturable callouts.Materials & Finishes: Thermal and stiffness trade?offs; corrosion and galvanic pairs; finish impact on conductivity/emissions; recyclability.DfM/DfA: Sheet?metal (bends, hems, tabs), die casting (draft/overflow), injection molding (gates, knit lines), secondary ops minimization; Poka?Yoke features.TIMs & Interfaces: Compression targets, surface flatness, roughness; long?term stability; rework/service considerations.Acoustics: Fan tone management, damping/isolators; measurement protocols; psychoacoustic considerations.Reliability & Environment: HALT/HASS, salt?fog, dust/ingress, humidity, temperature cycling; packaging/drop compliance.Documentation Excellence: Clear build guides, service manuals with HMI cues, exploded views, torque specs, and safety notices.Required Skills & Tools:CAD: Creo, SolidWorks, or NX; PDM/PLM (e.g.