Dell

Hardware, Acoustical Engineer 2

Dell$101K — $130K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on acoustics or equivalent experience
  • Hands-on experience with acoustic and vibration testing using microphones and accelerometers
  • Ability to develop test plans and perform mathematical analysis
  • Strong project management and communication skills
  • Proven ability to collaborate across teams to meet technical and business goals

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute acoustic test plans and analyze data
  • Design and implement acoustic and vibration solutions
  • Support product development by enhancing acoustic engineering practices
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and innovate
  • Leverage AI tools to optimize acoustics and performance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness resources
  • Flexible work arrangements available
  • Employee development programs and training
  • Meaningful work that impacts millions of users
  • Opportunities for career advancement
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Hardware, Acoustical Engineer 2

The Dell ISG Acoustical Engineering team develops innovative hardware, software, and business solutions to meet the acoustical needs of our Enterprise IT products. Our multidisciplinary team conducts testing, analysis and feasibility studies for new and existing AI, Edge, rack infrastructure, enterprise networking, servers, and storage products. We also engage directly with leading technology partners to drive innovation into components to meet our customers' needs.

Dell has a pedigree as a leader in the industry in developing acoustical methods and metrics across the IT industry and maintains an impressive acoustical laboratory on its Round Rock campus.

Join us as an Acoustical Engineer 2 in Round Rock, TX, to do the best work of your career.

What you'll achieve

As an Acoustical Engineer 2, you will be learning from and working with a senior acoustical engineer on a cross-functional team with backgrounds in thermals, simulation, mechanical, and other disciplines. You will help implement Dell's acoustical and Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Dynamics strategy and define the acoustical experience of millions of products across AI, HPC, Enterprise and Storage applications that are deployed into environments that range from home office desks to retail counters, and data centers to street corners. Your primary responsibility will be to evaluate early concept products for acoustical feasibility and design and analyze innovative solutions for acoustical and vibration noise control. You will also ensure that the latest HDD technology, increasingly sensitive to external noise, meets deployment requirements.

You will:
  • Develop and execute acoustic test plans, analyze data, validate product requirements, and provide status updates to cross-functional teams
  • Design and implement acoustic and vibration solutions with internal teams and supplier partners
  • Support product development by following and enhancing acoustic engineering practices, specifications, and standards
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to define requirements, drive innovation, and ensure compliance with acoustic and vibration targets
  • Leverage AI tools, conduct user studies, and present findings to optimize acoustics, cost, power, and cooling performance


Qualifications

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Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here's what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (acoustics focus) or equivalent acoustics experience, with strong acoustics and vibration knowledge
  • Hands-on experience conducting acoustic and vibration testing, including measurements with microphones and accelerometers
  • Ability to develop and execute test plans, perform mathematical analysis, and deliver data-driven recommendations
  • Strong project management, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and clearly communicate status and risks
  • Proven collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving skills to work across teams and suppliers to achieve technical and business goals


Desirable Requirements
  • 2+ years of experience with rotating machinery acoustics (fans, pumps), acoustic testing/analysis tools (e.g., ArtemiS SUITE), and acoustic simulation software
  • Working knowledge of CREO CAD, AI tools, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid flow, manufacturing processes, and business presentation skills


Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $101k - $130k.

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