Mechanical Engineer - AI Rack Scale Systems

MatX

• $160K — $500K+*
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Information 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 such as compute trays or server platforms
  • Familiarity with OCP Open Rack standards
  • Experience with liquid cooling systems, including cold plates and manifolds
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software like SolidWorks
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes including sheet metal and machining

Responsibilities

  • Develop AI compute trays and rack enclosures per OCP Rack specifications
  • Produce and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and mechanical BOM documentation during NPI stages
  • Design and integrate liquid cooling hardware for systems
  • Support mechanical integration of compute trays into rack systems
  • Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure proper assembly fit
  • Participate in EVT, DVT, and PVT prototype builds and debugging
  • Apply DFM/DFA principles in design reviews with manufacturing partners

Benefits

  • 4 weeks PTO plus 12 company holidays and up to 3 weeks remote work
  • Company-subsidized healthcare for employees and dependents, including medical, dental, and vision
  • Retirement plans with up to 5% company contribution, plus fully paid life and disability insurances
  • Annual professional development budget of $1500
  • Onsite team meals with options for reimbursement
  • 100% reimbursement for daily commute via Uber or train
  • Monthly stipend for wellness perks
  • Cellular and internet reimbursements
  • Support for remote home office setup up to $1000
  • Mental health benefits fully covered via specified programs
  • Comprehensive parental support including paid leave and flexible return-to-work hours
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 or 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
  • Remote Home Setup: Use our Amazon business account for up to $1000 in office setup purchases.
  • 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.

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