Jabil

Lead Design Mechanical Engineer

Jabil$100K — $130K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5-10 years of mechanical design experience in electronics or complex hardware.
  • Expertise in CAD, tolerance analysis, and structural investigation.
  • Experience in delivering products to production with manufacturing and suppliers.
  • Familiarity with server, storage, networking, or rack-level hardware platforms.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical design activities across all development phases.
  • Own critical mechanical deliverables and ensure release readiness.
  • Drive investigation of mechanical issues during prototype builds and manufacturing.
  • Provide technical leadership during design reviews to align with system needs.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to enhance design.
  • Support efforts related to packaging, reliability, and physical integration.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge mechanical design projects.
  • Access to mentorship and professional development programs.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in various domains.
  • Work on innovative hardware platforms with real-world application.
  • Dynamic and fast-paced work environment encouraging problem-solving skills.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading mechanical design and integration for complex hardware platforms from concept through production release. This role owns key mechanical deliverables, drives issue resolution, and ensures designs meet performance, quality, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead mechanical design activities for enclosures, chassis, structural elements, cable routing, and related assemblies across development phases.
  • Own critical mechanical deliverables including design proposals, tolerance analysis, structural studies, drawing completeness, and release readiness.
  • Drive mechanical issue investigation and root cause analysis during prototype builds, validation, and manufacturing ramp.
  • Provide technical leadership in design reviews and ensure alignment of mechanical solutions with system architecture, thermal needs, and customer requirements.
  • Partner with suppliers, operations, and manufacturing teams to improve design for manufacturability, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
  • Support packaging, reliability, and physical integration concerns and drive closure of cross-functional product risks.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to method development, reuse strategies, and engineering best practices within the mechanical function.
  • Communicate technical decisions, tradeoffs, risks, and status clearly to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and development of electronics or complex hardware products.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong expertise in CAD, tolerance analysis, structural investigation, and release management for mechanical components and assemblies.
  • Experience working with manufacturing, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to deliver products into production.
  • Familiarity with server, storage, networking, or rack-level hardware platforms is required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proven ability to lead technical execution in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to influence project direction through technical leadership.

About Jabil

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. At Jabil, they are a product solutions company focused on empowering brands that have their sights set on empowering the world – it’s their reason for being, and the guiding force driving them to become the most technologically advanced and most trusted in their field. Whether they are serving one of the world’s biggest and best-known brands or the coolest tech startups, their resolve never wavers. They share common desires and values with these brands: to make a difference by empowering a better, healthier, safer, and cleaner world, in all they do.

Jabil Careers

Join Jabil's dynamic team today and be part of a global leader in manufacturing solutions, where innovation meets purposeful design. At Jabil, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and leadership development in an environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At Jabil, every position plays a critical role in our success. You’ll collaborate with a global team of professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions in various industries. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, empowering you to explore new paths and push boundaries.

Why Choose Jabil?

- **Innovative Culture**: Dive into a workplace where innovation is at the core of everything we do. At Jabil, creativity and new ideas lead the way to groundbreaking achievements. - **Diversity and Inclusion**: Join a team where diversity is celebrated. Jabil's commitment to diversity training ensures an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard. - **Career Growth**: With Jabil, your career trajectory is limitless. We offer extensive opportunities for career advancement, from professional development workshops to leadership training programs.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced role, Jabil has a variety of job opportunities to fit your skills and ambitions. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Jabil internship. Gain hands-on experience, enhance your skills, and network with industry leaders. Our internships provide a solid foundation for future employment and are a stepping stone to a full-time position at Jabil.

Benefits of Working at Jabil

- **Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. - **Global Networking**: Connect with colleagues around the world and expand your professional network within the industry. - **Employee Training**: Engage in ongoing training programs designed to hone your skills and enhance your career prospects.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Jabil? Explore open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to make an impact.

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Learn more about Jabil
Size
238,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$213.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$27.5 billion
NASDAQ

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