Server Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $180,500–$270,700 / yr
Posted: 29 days ago
Closes: Nov 4, 2026

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TL;DR · Server Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer

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Qualcomm Technologies is hiring a Staff or Senior Staff Server FEA Engineer to lead structural simulation and system-level modeling for high-performance server platforms, ensuring mechanical robustness and reliability from package through in-rack deployment. This role involves leading multi-scale finite element analysis across various levels, correlating analytical models with test data, and driving platform-level design decisions based on simulation results. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural mechanics and dynamics, extensive experience with ANSYS or similar tools, and the ability to communicate technical analyses effectively to cross-functional teams. This position requires expertise in rack-scale modeling and multi-physics coupling, as well as an understanding of OCP product designs and industry standards.

Skills

ANSYS ABAQUS HyperMesh FEA Python MATLAB PostgreSQL Git Jenkins Docker Kubernetes AWS Grafana Prometheus CI/CD

What you'll do

Lead multi-scale FEA across package, board, chassis assembly, system, and rack levels.
Own system-level structural simulation for server chassis assemblies and in-rack integration.
Drive platform-level structural architecture through simulation-based decisions.
Correlate analytical models with component-, system-, and rack-level test data.
Define and maintain platform simulation methodologies and validation frameworks.

What we're looking for

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
6+ years of advanced FEA experience in high-tech hardware platforms.
Strong background in structural mechanics and materials science.
Proficiency in ANSYS, ABAQUS, HyperMesh, or equivalent software.
Experience correlating system-level FEA with physical testing data.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance.

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