Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Infrastructure Design

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, Infrastructure Design

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As a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer, you will spearhead the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems for infrastructure projects in Fremont, California. In this senior-level role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver designs that meet stringent performance, reliability, and regulatory standards, with a focus on California-specific requirements.

• Lead the mechanical design process for complex infrastructure programs, from conceptualization and detailed design using tools like Revit to final implementation
• Perform advanced analyses, including stress, thermal modeling, and tolerance stack-ups, to ensure design integrity and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASME, ISO)
• Collaborate with electrical, controls, and manufacturing teams to seamlessly integrate mechanical components into broader system architectures
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including CAD drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs)
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation of mechanical designs, iterating based on results and stakeholder feedback to enhance performance and reliability
• Ensure designs comply with California-specific regulations, such as Cal/OSHA, CARB, Title 24 energy codes, and seismic standards
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and promoting best practices in mechanical design and sustainable engineering
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for mechanical engineering tasks, delivering progress reports to senior leadership
• Stay current of emerging technologies and materials, incorporating sustainable practices (e.g., energy-efficient materials aligned with California's green building codes)
• Support root cause analysis and failure investigations for mechanical issues in production or field environments, driving continuous improvement

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience;
  Professional Engineer (PE) license in California preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design engineering, including at least 3 years in a lead or senior-level role; expertise in HVAC or process system design is highly desirable
• Proven design experience across diverse project types, such as industrial cooling tower systems, chiller plants, boiler plants, office spaces, mission-critical/data centers, workplace amenities, high-tech/R&D facilities, biotech/pharmaceutical environments, and industrial systems
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems, including dehumidification units, air scrubbers, dust collectors, heat exchangers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, compressors, process gas/fluid systems, air handling units, terminal units, fans/blowers, control valves and instrumentation, hazardous exhaust systems, and heat recovery systems
• Familiarity with International Code Council (ICC) suite of codes and California-specific Title 24 codes
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, including HVAC load calculations, Revit, Pipe-Flo, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD
• Construction administration experience, such as site observation visits and reviewing RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings
• Knowledge of ASHRAE and SMACNA handbooks and standards
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Advanced proficiency in CAD/BIM software (e.g., Revit) and engineering analysis tools
• Soft Skills:
  
  Exceptional problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills for technical presentations, and a collaborative mindset for thriving in team environments

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans – 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans – $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time – Flex time for salary positions, and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits – critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

$92,720 - $256,200 annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology