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Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader

Programming.com
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader position at Programming.com?

Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader


High-Level Responsibilities:


● Design and deliver next generation chassis and cards that meet system product

requirements

● Perform detailed 2D tolerance analysis for complex electro-mechanical assemblies

using spreadsheets and/or 3D tolerance analysis tools such as CETol

● Design and develop innovative mechanical solutions using sheet metal, plastic, and

die-cast that meet EMI, safety, and compliance requirements

● Develop 3D CAD models 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 teams 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


Minimum Qualifications:


● 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 centers

● Strong knowledge in manufacturing tooling for sheet metal, plastic, and die-casting

● Experience in designing plastic and die-cast parts

● Strong mechanical aptitude

● 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

● Excellent team player who is willing to listen, compromise, and work together to find the best solution for the product

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