Jabil

Principal Rack Mechanical Architect

Jabil$126K — $227K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field required
  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical systems integration, focused on rack and cooling systems, power electronics, and design
  • Proficient in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo/Pro-E, Inventor) and FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus)
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems and program management strategies

Responsibilities

  • Create technical documentation including assembly instructions and test reports
  • Translate power electronics designs into manufacturable products
  • Lead process development and factory enablement for high-volume production
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation including BOMs and ECOs
  • Manage the specification and validation of rack-level power architecture
  • Perform advanced structural analysis to ensure mechanical integrity
  • Participate in customer engagements to gather feedback for design improvements

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during the first year
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave
  • 11 company-paid holidays in 2026
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
Full Job Description

How will you make an impact?

We are seeking a highly skilled, technically proficient and detail-oriented Principal Rack Mechanical Architect within the Intelligent Infrastructure Segment to lead the architecture, design, integration, and delivery of power electronics solutions for large-scale deployments. This role is critical in translating customers’ requirements into robust, scalable, and manufacturable mechanical systems for next-gen AI/ML (GPU/CPU), power, cloud infrastructure, and network deployments. This person will oversee end0end development 6 scoping and integration through validation and deployment 6 while driving cross0functional collaboration, technical innovation, and continuous improvement across enterprise and hyperscale datacenter programs.

What will you do?

  • Create technical documentation, including rack assembly instructions, 2D mechanical drawings, test reports, SOPs, and customer0facing specifications.
  • Translate complex power electronics designs into manufacturable products by working closely with site manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.
  • Lead training, process development, production readiness reviews, and factory enablement activities to ensure a smooth transition from engineering development to high-volume production.
  • Develop and maintain design documentation including BOMs, specifications, test plans, and engineering change orders (ECOs).
  • Strong understanding of thermal management, magnetics design, EMI/EMC compliance, safety standards, and product reliability requirements.
  • Assemble, fit0check, and mechanically integrate complex rack systems, including liquid loop components, quick0disconnects, manifolds, and power distribution.
  • Leads the specification and validation of rack0level power architecture, including power distribution unit (PDU) selection, detailed power budget and load0balancing calculations (wye vs. delta, 3ph vs. 1ph), and compatibility with global power plug and connector standards.
  • Understanding ofa0rack installation constraints, maintenance access, and serviceability in rack mechanical infrastructure.
  • Participate in customer engagements and site visits to understand deployment constraints (white-glove services) and gather feedback for design improvements.
  • Create detailed computer aided design (CAD) models and fabrication drawings, including weldments, sheet metal, and machined parts.
  • Develop and maintain design documentation including bill of materials (BOMs), cable BOMs, alternate sourcing strategies, test plans, and engineering change orders (ECOs).
  • Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors, including rack, PDUs, switches, cables, and packaging solutions.
  • Perform advanced structural analysis using FEA tools to validate mechanical integrity under static, dynamic, seismic, and thermal loads.
  • Lead mechanical design reviews and contribute to cross-functional design validation efforts.
  • Drive continuous improvement in mechanical design for manufacturability (DFM), cost reduction, and performance optimization.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for mechanical failures or field issues.
  • Collaborate with compliance and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE, ISTA, ASTM).
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education:

  • Bachelor0s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field is required

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5+ years0experience in mechanical systems integration. This could include rack, liquid cooling, power electronics, and/or mechanical design.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo/Pro-E, Inventor) and FEA software (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus).
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills 6 a must
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategies, and program management

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
  • Able to work independently with minimal oversight
  • Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
  • Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
  • Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
  • Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
  • Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
  • Able to coach and mentor less experienced engineers
  • Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 30%

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master0s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field is preferred.
  • Experience supporting product commercialization and customer engagements.
  • Patent, publication, or industry conference participation on occasion.
  • Experience designing electrical power systems for data centers, telecom, or industrial power/cooling products.
  • Provide technical leadership by establishing long0term design standards, documentation, and best practices for engineering teams.
  • Liquid cooling experience within racks, servers, and/or CDUs.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not a requirement.
  • Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing; experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers (CM) a plus.
  • Knowledge ofa0fluid dynamics, pressure drop calculations, and pipe sizing for glycol-based systems.

About Jabil0s Intelligent Infrastructure Group:

  • Headquartered in Austin, TX, with a flagship facility located near The Domain and the Austin FC stadium
  • Growing rapidly, with a team of more than 100 employees and significant expansion planned through 2026
  • Generated over $12 billion in FY25 revenue, driven largely by partnerships with major hyperscale customers
  • Delivers cutting0edge engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions that power the world0s AI infrastructure and global data center ecosystems

The pay range for this role is $126,100 - $227,000. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. The anticipated close date of this job requisition is: August 17, 2026.

As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance. In addition, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2026, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

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.

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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
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