Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader

Cisco

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$168,800–$241,200 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Closes
Jul 30, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $178k
This role $205k
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This role pays more than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $150,000–$205,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $205k versus about $178k for comparable roles.

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Cisco Systems is the world''s leading networking technology company, designing and manufacturing networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and cybersecurity solutions for businesses and governments. Industry: Networking Technology & Cybersecurity

Cisco currently has 174 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineering Technical Leader

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Join the platform engineering mechanical team in San Jose as a senior mechanical engineer where you will architect and design next-generation chassis and cards for telecom systems, performing detailed tolerance analysis and developing innovative solutions that meet EMI, safety, and compliance standards. You’ll use Creo or NX to create 3D CAD models and collaborate with cross-functional teams including thermal engineers to implement cooling solutions while mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering plus eight years of experience designing electronic enclosures, expertise in 3D MCAD tools like Creo/NX, and knowledge of sheet metal design and GD&T principles. Preferred candidates have master’s degrees, additional experience with plastic and die-cast parts, and skills in static and dynamic analysis using ANSYS or similar tools.

Skills

Creo NX GD&T CETol 3D CAD modeling sheet metal design plastic design die-cast design thermal engineering mechanism design static and dynamic analysis Creo Simulate ANSYS Model-Based Definition MBD tolerance analysis

What you'll do

  • Architect and design next-generation chassis and cards to meet system product requirements.
  • Conduct detailed 2D tolerance analysis for complex electro-mechanical assemblies using CETol or similar tools.
  • Develop innovative mechanical solutions that comply with EMI, safety, and regulatory standards.
  • Create precise 3D CAD models using industry-standard software like Creo or NX.
  • Lead issue resolution by working closely with manufacturing teams and suppliers to develop mitigation plans.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 8+ years of experience.
  • Expertise in using 3D MCAD tools like Creo/NX for design.
  • Experience designing electronic enclosures and compute/networking products.
  • Proficiency in sheet metal design, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical requirements.
  • Strong knowledge in manufacturing tooling for various materials including plastic and die-cast.

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