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Manufacturing Operations Manager
Our Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees execution of manufacturing, and production for the plant which includes safety, productivity, labor, cost, production schedule, quality, and continuous process improvements to meet established business goals. Plans and coordinates efficient and economical manufacturing activities and provides quality levels and service that exceed the customer’s expectations. Responsible for driving key initiatives to ensure cost reduction, inventory management, delivery performance, and key performance indicator (KPI) targets.
What will you be doing -
- Oversee and manage all manufacturing activities to ensure safety, quality, cost, and morale and to meet and exceed customer and Company requirements.
- Assist General Manager in the development and management of annual plan, budget, operating and capital expense budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), operating efficiency, and cost control.
- Coordinate and guide activities in the areas of manufacturing, Lean, 5S, quality enhancements, staffing, training, and employee relations. Manage production supervisors.
What are we looking for -
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Operations Management; Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering; Supply Chain; Business Administration; or related field preferred but not required.
- 7-10+ years of manufacturing (i.e., assembly, cutting, fabrication, welding, painting, etc.) experience.
- 5+ years of progressively responsible manufacturing supervision/management experience.
- Practical experience applying Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Total Quality Production System (TQPS) principles in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with manufacturing and production KPIs/Analytics including the Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and integrated computer programs and applications.
4Front Engineered Solutions is a leader in the door and docking industry. This role supports High Performance Doors, under the brand names Dynaco, Albany, and TKO, on-site at our Kenosha, WI facility.
What we offer -
- Medical, dental and vision insurance (HSA includes company contribution)
- STD, LTD, Life and AD&D insurance
- 401k including company match
- Variable compensation bonus plan paid out quarterly
- Reimbursement for select PPE
- 11 paid holidays
- 3 weeks of PTO per year, accrued with each bi-weekly payroll cycle
Why apply?
- Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise.
- Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive ambitious change.
- Integrity: You are results-oriented, reliable, straightforward and value being treated accordingly.
If you are interested or know someone who may be interested in working for a premier employer or want more information, please contact John Vandenberg at , 262-496-5374.
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.
Value Stream Manager Summary
The Value Stream Manager is a leadership role that will be primarily focused on ensuring a safe work environment for all team members, while maintaining continuous operational execution and production of quality products that are delivered on-time to customers within established cost targets.
The Value Stream Manager will focus on eliminating waste developed in the value stream process, identifying business growth opportunities, understanding the importance of customer value created by the company, maximizing capacity to grow sales and driving lean continuous improvement.
Strategically focused and leading/driving team members in Kaizen events, problem solving activities, owning the value stream.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all value stream related KPIs (SQDCI).
- Co-leads recordable or significant case investigations including root-cause and corrective actions.
- Responsible for ensuring the execution of findings of accident investigations and safety alerts within their value stream.
- Ensure policies and processes are deployed uniformly throughout the value stream.
- Actively leads the daily huddle process and can share information related to value stream as needed.
- Lead problem solving events and follow-up with corrective actions for completion
- Create a standard for value stream process and ensure entire team are properly trained, resourced, supplied, and managed to attain the objectives
- Develop a highly motivated and committed workforce with emphasis on the development of skills needed to accomplish safety, quality, on-time delivery, and product cost goals.
Qualifications And Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree is required
- 5+ years of management experience
- Bilingual is a plus
- Lean manufacturing experience is required
- Strong MS Excel experience desired
- SAP is preferred
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.
Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician
Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI
Compensation: $36 - $39 hour
Shift: Monday – Friday ~ days
Pension plan!!
As an Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of electronic equipment maintenance with focus on reliability. Ensure sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician will also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
- Associates degree or higher required
- PLC experience is required
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical background (up to 480v)
- Hydraulic and pneumatic experience
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals
- 5 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience
- Possesses strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CMMS, etc.)
Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician Job Description
- Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies.
- Routine maintenance including but not limited to field fault analysis, calibration of instrumentation using proper test equipment, component replacement, alignment and calibration to specification.
- Troubleshoot and repair various equipment to include electronic, digital equipment and AC/DC motors & controls.
- Fault analysis of hard-wired relay logic, motor control circuits, motor power circuits (single & 3 phase) and common utility/lighting circuits.
- Access and use PLC logic programming to troubleshoot production equipment.
- Replacement of identified failed parts or components.
- Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications.
- Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior.
- Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system.
- Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
- Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to establish historical records and future maintenance requirements.
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Waukegan Steel is a structural steel fabricator serving the Chicagoland area. Our team has worked on various projects throughout the city including, Soldier Field, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Navy Pier, Willis Tower, Northwestern Welsh-Ryan Arena, Washington/Wabash CTA Platform, Ravinia Festival, and Lincoln Park Zoo. The Steel Estimator will be responsible for preparing estimates of labor and vendor pricing for final projects.
The estimator role is a key member of our preconstruction team as they review potential projects and prepare bid pricing/proposals for our customers. Tasks will vary from project to project as needed – document review, direct quantity takeoffs, defining scopes of work, solicitation and follow-up for subcontractor/vendor pricing.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow established Waukegan Steel pre-construction group policies and procedures
- Review project documents and develop strong knowledge of project scope and all requirements
- Prepare structural steel and misc metals quantity takeoffs
- Prepare detailed scope of work documentation
- Support pre-con team as needed with preparation of estimate summaries
Education and Experience:
- Strong interest in working for a Structural Steel fabricator/subcontractor
- Strong interest in being part of a pre-construction team focused on estimating work
- Proficient with architectural/structural blueprint reading
- Strong computer skills, proficient with learning new software applications
- Experience with structural steel/misc metals preferred
- Education: BS Structural or Civil Engineering is preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Candidate must be driven and assertive with strong written, verbal communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment
- Highly organized, detail-oriented individual with the ability to follow up tasks without daily guidance
- Ability to effectively manage a high volume of tasks/requests in a professional manner
Competitive Total Rewards:
- A competitive base salary up to $80K (Depending on Experience)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- 401(k) Match
- Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the job training
- Career advancement opportunities
Waukegan Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO-M/F/D/V and encourages Diverse Candidates to Apply
Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064
Assignment Duration: 06 Months (Possible Extension)
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Position Summary: The Laboratory Coordinator will develop and administer various laboratory equipment support functions throughout our organization's R&D sites. This position involves serving as liaison among our organization's internal personnel as well as external organizations, to aid in equipment selection, purchasing (equipment and services), onboarding, calibration/service/repair, and decommissioning.
Background & Context: These functions will be executed with consideration for laboratory needs, as well as quality and cost effectiveness of internal and external service providers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interface with vendors, OEM, and internal service organizations to address laboratory equipment service needs.
- Assist R&D personnel with selection and purchase of laboratory equipment and services.
- Provide administrative support throughout equipment lifecycle (onboarding, maintenance/repair, decommissioning).
- Serve as liaison to on-site vendor service personnel.
- Receive incoming work requests and generate workorders on demand.
- Process work orders and contracts within IBM Maximo system to ensure equipment status, service activities, and all cost of ownership expenses are properly documented.
- Maintain equipment warranty and service contract data within Maximo system and Access database.
- Process service contract renewals, including review of equipment reliability histories, determination of insourcing potential, and overall assessment of cost benefits.
- Work with department leadership to develop and refine processes in support of department functions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- College Degree or equivalent experience. A technical degree (Engineering or Science) is preferred.
- Knowledge of basic regulatory requirements, laboratory safety, and GxP.
- At least 2+ years of experience with a variety of laboratory equipment, either having served as a lab analyst, lab equipment service provider, or both.
- Effective written and oral communication skills capable of accommodating a diverse audience.
- Proficient in data entry, analysis, and presentation, particularly within Maximo, Cognos, and SAP environments.
- Attention to detail, strong organization and planning skills.
- Capable of independently developing creative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and positive attitude with a great desire to contribute to our success.
Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations.
Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent.
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Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries about this opportunity, please contact one of our Talent Specialists, Amit, at 224 507 1290 Title: IT Solution Architect (Financial Systems)
- Remote Location: Remote (Candidates local to Corning, NY and Charlotte, NC are preferred.
Open to candidates in other locations; candidates must be willing to work EST time zone) Duration: 12 Months with possibility of extension based on demand.
Schedule: Full-time, M-F, 8 AM
- 5 PM.
Some potential flexibility may be required for after-hours work, as needed.
Travel
- up to 25% for travel to Corning, NY.
Estimated as one week per month based on project need.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position.
Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered Position Summary The IT Solution Architect for Supply Chain and Finance is responsible for designing, developing, and guiding the implementation of enterprise technology solutions that support client's financial and supply chain processes.
This role collaborates closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional IT teams to ensure systems are scalable, secure, and aligned with organizational strategy.
The architect enables operational excellence by shaping solution roadmaps, ensuring platform integrity, and driving continuous improvement across finance and supply chain applications.
Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture and Design Develop end-to-end architectural designs for finance and supply chain systems in alignment with business objectives.
Assess existing application landscapes and recommend improvements, modernization opportunities, and integration strategies.
Ensure solutions comply with security, data governance, and enterprise architecture standards.
Business Partnership and Collaboration Engage with Finance, Supply Chain, and IT partners to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
Participate in recurring strategic and operational touchpoints, including cFIN review sessions and architecture-focused team meetings.
Provide subject matter guidance on financial systems such as OneStream and other platforms influencing client's digital finance ecosystem.
Technical Leadership and Support Serve as the technical lead for solution implementations, enhancements, and integrations across finance and supply chain domains.
Address escalated issues, provide root-cause analysis, and ensure long-term stability of assigned applications.
Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure solution resilience, performance, and sustainability.
Governance, Standards and Documentation Contribute to the development of architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices.
Maintain accurate architectural documentation, including roadmaps, diagrams, functional specifications, and integration models.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend opportunities to enhance process efficiency, automation, and system capabilities.
Support modernization initiatives that strengthen client's digital transformation objectives in the finance and supply chain organizations.
Required Qualifications
- Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (minimum required).
5 years of experience as a Solution Architect with financial systems.
Proven experience architecting solutions in enterprise finance and/or supply chain environments.
Deep knowledge of financial systems (e.g., OneStream, SAP cFIN (Central Finance), or similar platforms).
Familiarity with SAP finance and supply chain modules.
Strong understanding of systems integration, data flows, and enterprise application ecosystems.
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language.
Key Competencies Strategic Thinking Ability to design future-focused, scalable solutions.
Technical Expertise Strong architecture and platform skills across finance and supply chain.
Communication and Influence Effectively collaborates with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Problem Solving Skilled at diagnosing complex issues and proposing durable solutions.
Execution Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.
Understanding of data governance, security protocols, and architecture frameworks.
Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative solution workshops and stakeholder discussions.
Interview Process: Two rounds.
First round phone screen with direct manager.
Second round video panel interview, including technical review.
About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond.
The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration.
DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer.
DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
SAP cFIN, OneStream
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: General Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Lead Electrical CAD Designer will be responsible for creating detailed model designs, modifying existing designs, and working collaboratively with engineers and other team members to meet product specifications. The ideal candidate has in-depth knowledge of various electrical design tools, is detail-oriented, and can effectively communicate design ideas. A strong understanding of Electrical design principles, manufacturing processes, power distribution, automation control (PLC), and electronic device parts are critical. This role will involve selecting key components, developing detailed drawings for control panels, power distribution systems, electrical wiring, and transitioning design to manufacturing.
What will you do?
- Creating 2D and 3D models of electrical systems, particularly for complex projects or when visualization is needed
- Participating in design reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with requirements
- Advanced proficiency in various CAD software, such as AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, Windchill, Autodesk Inventor-EMX, Autodesk Fusion, to design, draft, and model complex electrical for power system and automation control
- Strong understanding of electrical symbols, power systems and automation control with the concepts to accurately create designs that meet technical specifications and standards
- Work closely with engineers and other designers to meet product specifications and performance requirements
- Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems
- Prepare and revise engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and layouts as required.
- Check and validate designs to ensure they meet required quality and safety standards
- Excellent attention to detail for ensuring the accuracy of measurements, dimensions, and design specifications
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex technical drawings, single line diagram, wiring diagram, schematic, power plan, automation control, ladder diagram, and electrical device specifications
- Designing and creating schematic PLC input/output connections.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials for creating feasible and cost-effective designs.
- Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from production team
- Adopt at creating detailed electrical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
- Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
- Manage relationships with power systems, electronics, control component vendors, and contract manufacturers
- Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-effective designs
- Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Design or relevant field is required
Experience:
- 6-8 years of experience in electrical design within the power distribution or data center industry.
- Proven experience as a CAD designer, preferably in an electrical engineering environment.
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit).
- Strong understanding of electrical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills to liaise with engineers, manufacturers, and clients, explaining designs and modifications clearly and efficiently
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of electrical design, manufacturing processes, and material properties.
- Power Systems, PLC, VFD, motor control, electronic automation control device, sensors, AC/DC, single phase and three phase power systems.
- Electrical Standards, Codes, and regulations: IEEE, UL, ANSI/NEMA, NFPA 70E, NEC, IEC, CSA.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented.
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight.
- 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).
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Jabil is a leading product solutions provider offering end-to-end design, manufacturing, supply chain, and product management services. With operations in over 100 facilities across 30 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and customized solutions to clients across diverse industries—including automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearables, defense and aerospace, smart home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging, and printing.
JOB SUMMARY
Jabil is seeking a Manufacturing Test Development Manager who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software production environment. You and your team will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- People manager for a team of software developers and product engineers in support of global cloud operations.
- Attract, hire, onboard, lead, coach, mentor and inspire your team to deliver the best in class for our customers and employees
- Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines).
- Solicit ongoing self and team feedback from the business unit (BU), customer and team members.
- Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
- Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
- Coordinate activities of team and keep them focused in times of crises.
- Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.
FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan and formulate aspects of Customer BU projects such as objective or purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project, and equipment and human resource requirements, technical requirements.
- Provide direction on design and development activities to improve, modify or design new equipment products and processes.
- Oversee key projects, processes and performance reports, data, and analysis.
- Develop, determine, and implement policies, procedures and programs.
- Analyze technology trends, human resources needs and market demand to plan projects.
- Oversee definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.
- Creation of behavioral and high-level software design specifications.
- Development of production infrastructure and related application code.
- Lead and participate in peer/code reviews.
- Contribute and improve software build methodology, procedures, and environment.
- Operational and development support for the software and test infrastructure at production facilities
JOB QUALIFICATIONS and KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
- Agile, CICD, and SLDC process implementation and application experience.
- Knowledge/Expertise in the following programming/scripting languages: Python, BASH, Java experience a plus.
- Linux development experience with a solid understanding of its fundamentals and internals: Ubuntu/ CentOS
- Well-versed in the following container/virtualization environments: VMware, Docker.
- Solid understanding of large-scale distributed systems in practice, including multi-tier architectures, application security, monitoring and storage systems.
- Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
- Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
- Experience with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe): IPMI, Redfish, mprime, FIO, Linpack, ptugen, memtester
- Experience in the creation and configuration(DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs), VMWare preferred.
- Experience with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP). Arista CloudVision is a plus
- Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred)
- Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
- Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. MS preferred.
- 10+ years’ experience in a software development/test capacity with enterprise server, storage, or networking products. 3+ years people management experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Prior experience directly managing software development teams
- Experience managing remote, multi-national and geographically dispersed development teams.
- Domestic and/or International travel, up to 25%, may be required.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
We are seeking a highly skilled, technically proficient and detail-oriented Principal Mechanical Engineer with expertise in metal structures, frame design, pipes and fabrication to support the development of power and cooling infrastructure for data centers. This role is critical in designing robust mechanical systems that house and support electrical and thermal management equipment, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability, and compliance with industry standards.
What will you do?
- 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 (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 (in-row cooling, rear door heat exchangers).
- Collaborate with compliance and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (UL, CE, RoHS, REACH)
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in mechanical design and fabrication, preferably in data center, industrial, or power systems environment.
- 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 is required
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- 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 Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 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 a plus
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Job Family: Mechanical Design Engineering
Organization: Data Center Infrastructure Team
Location: Remote* OR Austin, TX
*Requires up to 20% domestic and/or international travel (rare)
How will you make an impact?
The Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure) is a technical leader responsible for the architecture, integration, and validation of advanced mechanical systems supporting hyperscale data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in liquid cooling technologies (single-phase and two-phase), hydronic system design, structural integration, and manufacturable rack-level infrastructure solutions.
This role is responsible for defining system performance requirements, developing technical specifications, selection and integration of critical components, and leading mechanical design from concept through production release. Responsibilities include wetted material selection, thermal and structural analysis, fastening strategies, component layout, and design for manufacturability. Partners cross-functionally to deliver reliable, scalable, and cost-effective Data Center Infrastructure solutions while advancing innovation in liquid cooling performance.
What will you do?
- Lead the end-to-end mechanical design and engineering of hyperscale Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) systems, including liquid-cooled rack assemblies, CDUs, manifolds, enclosures, structural frames, and associated hydronic piping systems.
- Serve as the technical authority for single-phase and two-phase liquid cooling architectures, including primary and secondary loop design, in-rack distribution, and system integration within hyperscale data center environments.
- Define and validate operational performance requirements for liquid-cooled infrastructure, including pressure ratings, hydrostatic limits, temperature ranges, flow rates and uniformity, thermal expansion, durability, and serviceability.
- Design, analyze, and validate machined components, welded fabrications, manifolds, and structural systems using advanced engineering principles, including stress analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), flow modeling, and structural load calculations to ensure mechanical integrity and code compliance.
- Lead wetted material selection and compatibility analysis for liquid cooling systems, including corrosion mitigation strategies, surface treatments, cleanliness standards, and long-term durability considerations.
- Develop and review CAD models and complete technical data packages using CREO, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools; ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and system-level integration.
- Author and approve technical specifications for piping systems, rack-level cooling infrastructure, and hydronic components, including installation guidelines, maintenance procedures, testing requirements, and compliance with applicable standards (ASME, ISO).
- Establish and oversee validation protocols including hydrostatic pressure testing, leak detection and mitigation, flow resistance analysis, and corrosion verification to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
- Evaluate customer design proposals and technical specifications to assess feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and risk; provide recommendations to optimize performance and total cost of ownership.
- Lead cross-functional design reviews with electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure full system integration and compliance with product specifications and applicable plumbing and hydronic codes.
- Optimize rack manifold design and manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, surface finishing, connection interfaces, venting and draining strategies, and flow path optimization to enhance performance and manufacturability.
- Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing assembly methods and tooling in collaboration with production teams and equipment vendors to improve quality, scalability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead root cause investigations for complex mechanical failures identified during validation or field deployment and implement corrective design improvements.
- Provide technical leadership in vendor qualification and management for mechanical components and liquid cooling subsystems.
- Identify and mitigate technical risks impacting performance, schedule, or cost, and contribute to R&D initiatives advancing liquid cooling technologies and system innovation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
Experience:
- 8 years' experience in mechanical design and integration of mission-critical systems.
- Proven track record of successful system designs and implementations in a relevant industry
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategy, and system coordination
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to Energy Storage Systems and Data Center Infrastructure is preferred.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) License
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.