ZT Systems

Sr. Staff-Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

ZT Systems$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 8+ years of professional experience in mechanical and structural design
  • Familiarity with materials including metals, alloys, and plastics
  • Experience designing for high-volume manufacturing methods
  • Proficiency in Creo CAD software, with other 3D CAD systems considered
  • Skilled in design for manufacturability (DFM) and assemblability (DFA)
  • Experience with structural finite element analysis (FEA) is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop innovative mechanical components and assemblies
  • Create 3D-printed prototypes for iterative design and testing
  • Direct and coordinate manufacturing and installation activities
  • Analyze technical issues and implement cost-effective solutions
  • Generate engineering documents including drawings and manuals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
  • Interface with customers and suppliers to define mechanical requirements

Benefits

  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and employee resources
Full Job Description

About the Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at ZT Systems, you will play a key role in the design and validation of mechanical assemblies used in our high-performance computer servers. This position is ideal for a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited about innovative, large-scale hardware development.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop innovative mechanical components and assemblies.
  • Create 3D-printed prototypes to support iterative design and testing.
  • Direct and coordinate manufacturing and field installation or retrofit activities.
  • Analyze technical issues and implement timely, cost-effective solutions.
  • Generate engineering documents including drawings, manuals, and other technical deliverables.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Interface directly with customers and suppliers to define mechanical requirements.
  • Support time-sensitive development initiatives alongside systems and development engineering teams.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives for process, quality, and cost improvements.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 8+ years of professional experience in mechanical and structural design.
  • Familiarity with materials including metals, alloys, and plastics.
  • Experience designing for high-volume manufacturing (e.g., stamping, injection molding, sheet metal, die-cutting).
  • Proficiency with Creo is highly preferred; experience with other 3D CAD systems will be considered.
  • Skilled in DFM, DFA, and statistical tolerance analysis.
  • Experience with structural FEA (e.g., Creo Simulate) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of computer hardware industry is desirable.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Strong collaboration, communication, and adaptability skills.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Base Salary Range: Based on location, years of direct experience, skills, education, and certifications
  • Comprehensive Total Rewards Package:
    • Performance-based bonus opportunities
    • 401(k) with generous company match
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Wellness programs and employee resources

Commitment to Diversity

ZT Systems is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives. Even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this role—or another exciting opportunity on our team.

About ZT Systems

ZT Systems is a privately held original design manufacturer of data center servers, storage and embedded computing systems. ZT Systems is headquartered in the United States with additional facilities in Canada, China, and the Netherlands. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of computing systems, from workstations to high-performance computing clusters, and provides customized solutions for cloud computing, big data, and other applications. ZT Systems serves a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and education.
Learn more about ZT Systems
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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