Mechanical Engineer Technical Leader

Kforce is immediately seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader in support of our enterprise networking and cloud solutions client based in San Jose, CA.

High-Level Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver next generation chassis and cards that meets system product requirements
• Perform detailed 2D tolerance analysis for complex electro-mechanical assemblies using spreadsheet and/or 3D tolerance analysis tool such as CETol
• Design and develop innovative mechanical solutions using sheet metal, plastic, and die-cast that meets EMI, safety, and compliance requirements
• Develop 3D CAD model using Creo or NX
• Create detailed drawings by applying Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning (GD&T) principles
• Lead resolution of issues by working closely with manufacturing team and suppliers, developing mitigation plans, and keeping management informed
• Collaborate with cross functional teams (HW, SI, CAD, Thermal, Manufacturing, etc.) to negotiate requirements and evaluate technical risks and tradeoffs
• Collaborate with thermal engineers to design and implement cooling solutions
• Provide technical design guidance and mentoring for junior engineers* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and 8-12 years of EMS design experience
• 8+ years of relevant experience in design of compute/network products
• Expertise in use of 3D MCAD tools (Creo/NX)
• Experience in performing static and dynamic analysis using tools such as Creo Simulate or ANSYS
• Expert in tolerance analysis, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and statistical analysis
• Experience designing sheet metal for high volume production
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of GD&T principles and tolerance analysis
• Demonstrated leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in the mechanical design of computer/networking equipment for data center
• Strong knowledge in manufacturing tooling for sheet metal, plastic, and die-casting
• Experience in designing plastic and die-cast parts
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• An excellent team player who is willing to listen, compromise and work together to find the best solution for the product
• Mechanism design experience a plus
• Experience in ECO, BOM, and Deviation processes, (Agile experience a plus)
• Familiarity with PDMLink (TeamCenter) a plus
• Experience in Model-Based Definition (MBD) a plus