OpenAI
Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Systems
$266K–$455K
San Francisco · Full-time · Posted Sep 16, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years required; 10+ years preferred.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; Master’s preferred.
About the job
Leads mechanical design, thermal management, testing, and production launch for AI supercomputer hardware used in data centers.
What you'll do
- Design and validate mechanical systems and thermal solutions from concept through mass production.
- Perform 3D modeling, FEA, tolerance analysis, prototyping, and mechanical reliability testing.
- Lead product production and launch, collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of industry experience in mechanical design, simulation, and validation for IT hardware.
- Proficiency in CAD tools and FEA.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design, material properties, manufacturing methods, and test procedures.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree.
- 10+ years of relevant experience; experience with data center or high-performance computing systems, advanced cooling, reliability testing, or suppliers is also preferred.
Pay
$266K – $455K USD base salary
Tools
CAD, FEA
AI focus
Mechanical and thermal engineering for AI supercomputer hardware and data center systems.
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