Principal Mechanical Engineer

Oracle

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This role $175k
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This role pays less than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $155,675–$214,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $175k versus about $185k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Principal Mechanical Engineer

As a Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will independently design and develop mechanical systems, including components, enclosures, and packaging, while ensuring reliability, performance, and manufacturability. You will utilize advanced CAD tools like ProE and SolidWorks to create 3D models and detailed designs in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Your role involves performing stress, strain, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate material strength, as well as conducting thermal analysis using CFD tools such as FloTHERM or Icepak. You will manage the transition from prototype to production by coordinating with operations and external manufacturers. The work focuses on optimizing data center and cloud application products through innovative mechanical architecture, thermal management strategies, and environmental testing to ensure compliance with global regulatory standards like ASHRAE. You will also mentor junior team members and oversee complex project timelines.

What does a Mechanical Engineer earn?

Median $150500 from 76 postings across 18 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design mechanical systems, components, enclosures, and packaging using advanced CAD tools like ProE or SolidWorks.
  • Develop thermal cooling strategies and conduct detailed thermal analysis using CFD tools such as FloTHERM or Icepak.
  • Perform stress, strain, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate the reliability of materials and components.
  • Identify potential failure points and perform root cause and corrective action analysis to improve product durability.
  • Manage the transition of designs from prototype to production by collaborating with operations teams and external manufacturers.
  • Conduct reliability assessments, environmental testing, and airflow measurements to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Research and integrate next-generation materials and technologies to optimize data center and cloud products.
  • Manage project timelines, documentation, and resource coordination for mechanical design engineering projects.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 6 to 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Must be proficient in advanced CAD tools such as ProE or SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
  • Must be able to perform structural analysis including stress, strain, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Must be able to conduct thermal analysis using CFD tools like FloTHERM or Icepak.
  • Must be able to manage the transition of designs from prototype to production while ensuring manufacturability.
  • Must be able to lead environmental testing to ensure compliance with global regulatory and industry standards.

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