Mechanical Engineer - AI Rack Scale Systems

MatX

$175K — $400K *
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in server, data center, or AI compute hardware
  • Experience designing rack-scale hardware like compute trays or rack enclosures
  • Familiarity with OCP Open Rack standards
  • Experience with liquid cooling components such as cold plates and manifolds
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software, such as SolidWorks, and GD&T
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes like sheet metal and machining

Responsibilities

  • Develop AI compute trays and mechanical assemblies per OCP Rack standards
  • Create 3D models and maintain mechanical BOM and documentation during NPI phases
  • Design and integrate liquid cooling systems and hardware
  • Support mechanical integration of compute trays into rack systems
  • Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis for multiple assembly levels
  • Engage in prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Contribute to design reviews and apply DFM/DFA principles

Benefits

  • 4 weeks PTO plus 12 company holidays
  • Company-subsidized health insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401K with up to 5% company contribution
  • $1500 annual professional development budget
  • Onsite team meals provided from Monday to Friday
  • Fully covered daily commute (Uber or train reimbursements)
  • Monthly allowances for personal perks and utilities
  • 100% paid mental health benefits
  • Parental leave and flexible return-to-work policies
  • Significant resources for AI productivity improvements
Full Job Description
What You'll Do Here
  • Develop AI compute trays, rack enclosures, and mechanical assemblies in accordance with OCP Rack specifications
  • Produce 3D models and 2D drawings at the component, sub-assembly, and assembly levels, and maintain the mechanical BOM, drawing packages, and GD&T documentation throughout the NPI stages
  • Design and integrate liquid cooling hardware including cold plates, manifolds, quick-disconnect fittings, and CDU-to-rack interfaces
  • Support the mechanical integration of compute trays into rack systems across power, liquid cooling, cabling, and connector interfaces
  • Carry out tolerance stack-up analysis at multiple levels, from package through rack, to confirm proper fit and straightforward assembly
  • Take a hands-on role in EVT, DVT, and PVT prototype builds, bring-up, and debug
  • Apply DFM/DFA principles and contribute to design reviews with JDM/ODM manufacturing partners


Who You Are
  • 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in server, data center, or AI compute hardware
  • Experience designing rack-scale hardware - compute trays, rack enclosures, or server platforms
  • Familiarity with OCP Open Rack standards
  • Experience with liquid cooling systems - cold plates, manifolds, or CDU interfaces
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent) and GD&T
  • Familiarity with sheet metal, extrusion, casting, and machining manufacturing processes


Bonus Points
  • Experience with high-power AI accelerator platforms
  • Hands-on cold plate manufacturing experience
  • Experience working with JDM/ODM partners
  • Knowledge of liquid cooling reliability standards and leak testing methodologies
Compensation

The US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job-related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.
  • Early Career - $160,000 - $275,000 + equity
  • Mid Career - $175,000 - $400,000 + equity
  • Senior Career - $250,000 - $600,000 + equity

What We Offer
  • Time off: 4 weeks PTO (accrued) + 12 company Holidays + up to 3 weeks remote work
  • Health: Company-subsidized Medical (Kaiser or Anthem) for employees & dependents, Guardian Dental and Vision insurances for employee & dependents, and life insurance (employee only), plus HSA and FSA offerings via Lively.
  • Financial Wellbeing: Choose from Roth IRA/ 401K (or both) retirement plans with up to 5% company contribution to 401K (even if you don't contribute). Also, 100% company-paid life insurance (up to $300K) and long-term disability insurances.
  • Professional Development: $1500 Professional Development Budget (per year)
  • Team Meals: MatX provides onsite team lunch & dinner Monday - Friday, with your choice of ordering via WeBox, Specialty's or via our reimbursement system
  • Commute on Us: Commute on our company Uber account, or reimburse your train rides. Either way, we pay 100% for your daily commute.
  • MatX E[x]tras: $50/mo to use on the perk you value most
  • Cell & Internet Reimbursement: $35/mo for cellular and $40/mo for wifi
  • Mental Wellbeing: 100% paid mental health benefit via SpringHealth and Guardian EAP.
  • Support to Parents: Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave regardless of path to parenthood, 10 weeks pregnancy disability leave, flexible return-to-work hours, and Benepass reproductive health & parental benefit.
  • AI Resources: Up to $20K/month plus a dedicated internal AI Tooling Team to support your productivity

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