Lead Mechanical CAD Designer - Data Center Infrastructure

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JOB SUMMARY The  Lead Mechanical CAD Designer   is a highly experienced individual contributor responsible for the   end -to-end   mechanical CAD design, confi guratio n   control   and lifecycle support of complex mechanical systems, including chillers, coolant distribution units (CDUs), thermal subsystems, enclosures, st ructural   f rameworks   and fluid piping as se mblies. This role requires deep   hands -on   experti se   in advanced parametric modeling, configuration   aware   design   and manufacturing documentation. The engineer independently executes complex designs, owns model and drawing integrity and   se rves as a key technical contributor in cross   functional product development efforts throughout concept, NPI, production and sustaining pha se s.

Job Title : Lead Mechanical CAD Designer Organization : Data Center Infrastructure Team Location : Austin, TX - or Remote * * Requires up to 25% domestic and/or international travel (rare)

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical CAD Design & System Integration

• Independently design and   maintain   complex mechanical as se mblies using advanced parametric CAD   modeling   in   SolidWorks   and/or   Creo.
• Develop detailed layouts and as se mblies encompassing structural elements, enclosures, piping systems, thermal components, pumps,   valves   and mounting interfaces.
• Ensure mechanical designs meet performance, thermal, structural, manufacturability,   se rviceability   and customer requirements.
• Resolve system   level mechanical integration challenges, including packaging constraints and interface definition. Configuration   Aware Design & Lifecycle Execution
• Execute   configuration   and   revision-controlled   CAD designs supporting multiple product variants,   options   and revisions within a common platform.
• Maintain stability and integrity of complex models as engineering changes are introduced over time.
• Implement engineering changes (ECR/EC N s), ensuring traceability, compatibility with relea se d   configurations   and minimal disruption to production.
• Ensure consistent alignment between CAD models, drawings,   BOMs   and PLM data across all lifecycle stages. Manufacturing & Documentation
• Produce and   maintain   production   ready manufacturing drawings, applying expert   level GD&T, tolerance   stack ‑ ups , materials,   finishes   and inspection   quality   requirements.
• Design parts and as se mblies with strong consideration for DFM/DFA, fabrication methods, welding,   machining   and final as se mbly.
• Support prototype builds, pilot   production   and manufacturing issue resolution through rapid design updates and documentation corrections.
• Ensure designs support repeatable, high ‑ yield manufacturing across multiple sites, suppliers, and production volumes. Cross   Functional Technical Collaboration
• Work clo se ly with electrical engineering to coordinate mechanical   electrical interfaces, routing   paths   and packaging clearances.
• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain,   quality   and   production   teams to address   build   issues,   component   changes, and   all   feedback.
• Provide technical input during design reviews, relea se   readiness   as se ssments   and product change discussions.
• Contribute to the refinement of CAD standards, modeling   practices   and   documentation   quality through hands   on execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering   or equivalent professional experience.
• 8+ years of   hands   on   mechanical CAD design experience with complex,   multi   component   as se mblies.
• Expert   proficiency   in Creo and/or SolidWorks, including advanced parametric modeling methodologies.
• Strong command of GD&T, tolerancing and manufacturing documentation.
• Proven experience executing   configuration   controlled   designs across multiple product variants and lifecycle pha se s.
• Ability to independently own complex technical work with minimal oversight. Preferred Experience
• Power and   Cooling   system experience   ( Switchgear, PDC, UPS, Busway,   chillers, CDUs, liquid cooling platforms, or thermal management systems).
• Experience with fluid systems design, including piping, fittings, valves, pumps,   filters   and heat exchangers.
• Background in industrial, infrastructure or data   center   class equipment.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and formal product relea se   and change   proces se s . Experience supporting NPI and sustaining engineering in production environments. Core Competencies
• Se nior   level hands   on CAD execution
• High technical rigor and attention to detail
• Strong configuration and documentation discipline
• Systems   level mechanical problem solving
• Effective collaboration without managerial responsibility
• Ability to   operate   in fast   paced, change   driven engineering environments About the Data Center Infrastructure (DCI) Team: The DCI team consists of technical subject matter experts who specialize in end-to-end large scale physical infrastructure that powers and enables modern data centers. This includes power distribution systems such as transformers, substations, generators, switchgear, switch panels, busways, ATS units, EDPM, BMS systems, and control panels, as well as cooling solutions ranging from traditional evaporative and indirect cooling systems to emerging liquid cooling technologies including chillers, heat exchangers, CDUs, pumps, and secondary fluid networks. The team also addresses the mechanical structures that house these systems - hot aisle containment, steel enclosures, blanking panels, cable trays, and fiber and networking infrastructure. The DCI team operates as a cross-industry center of excellence, partnering primarily with various cloud providers across the industry. Team members function as deeply technical subject matter experts who engage directly with customers and supply chain partners to assess requirements, identify challenges, and design infrastructure solutions end-to-end. The ideal contributor brings engineering-level expertise in either power or cooling disciplines, a working knowledge of the full infrastructure dependency chain, and the ability to translate that expertise into clear recommendations and collaborative problem-solving with both technical and business stakeholders. The pay range for this role is $105,100 - $189,200. 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: . 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. BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in. Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accessibility Accommodation If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [email protected] or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to. #whereyoubelong #AWorldofPossibilities