Microsoft Senior Mechanical Engineer- Cloud HW 

Taiwan, New Taipei, New Taipei 

672089201

Required Qualifications:

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience-based learning
• Experience : Minimum of 6 years of industry experience related to server systems design
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., PTC Creo,) understanding of mechanical design principles, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, manufacturing processes, and validation
• Discipline : Experience with development of specifications, interface control documents, and managing design requirements
• Problem-Solving : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve mechanical design issues and optimize system performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline is preferred
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in mechanical design and analysis for complex hardware systems, with a focus on cloud or HPC infrastructure
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, data center operations, and related technologies, such as server racks, power distribution, cooling systems, and cable management
• Experience with liquid cooled systems
• Experience with prototyping, tooling design, and high volume manufacturing of electronic enclosures
• Strong knowledge of statics and dynamics principles, material science, design for manufacturing, and finite element analysis (FEA) simulations
• Experience in sheet metal design, PCA mechanical design, plastic design

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereaft

• Lead Mechanical Design : Take ownership of mechanical design projects from concept to completion, leading a team of engineers to develop innovative solutions for cloud-based hardware infrastructure
• Specification Development : Create interface control documents and product specifications to clearly communicate design intent
• Design and Prototyping : Design mechanical components, systems, and assemblies using CAD software and create prototypes for testing and validation at the rack, system, and component levels
• Performance Optimization : Conduct mechanical analysis, structural simulations, and tests to optimize mechanical system performance, reliability, cost, and thermal management, ensuring efficient operation and meeting industry standards
• Design Review and Documentation : Conduct design reviews, generate engineering documentation, develop test plans and reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards
• Collaboration and Leadership : Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems, provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Vendor Management : Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to source components, lead design strategy, ensure robust performance prediction, review manufacturing processes, and ensure adherence to quality standards
• Sustainable Design : Evaluate and select mechanical design materials and design strategy with keen focus on sustainable materials with respect to their mechanical properties and re-use of common parts across generations
• Emerging Technologies : Stay abreast of the latest trends, advancements, and best practices in mechanical engineering, cloud infrastructure, and data center technologies, and propose innovative ideas to enhance our hardware offerings