Job Description

Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer-IT Rack Infrastructure

Mechanical Engineering leads and delivers the development of innovative and compliant mechanical design solutions, as well as cross-functional interfaces for computer systems and peripherals. Our team conducts the analysis, feasibility studies and testing of mechanical products, instruments, subassemblies and packaging for new and existing products – and then oversees the introduction of design changes to the manufacturing organizations.

As AI growth is accelerating, Dell Technologies is developing ground-breaking technologies and customer solutions to lead the industry. These technologies are rapidly changing and we’re developing best-in class AI, Cloud, High Performance Computing (HPC), Edge computing devices and enterprise networking, server and storage products.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer on our IT Rack Infrastructure Team in Austin, Texas or Hopkinton, Massachusetts .

What you’ll achieve
As a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the development of Rack-Level Data Center AI solutions. You will collaborate with our global community of mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineering experts to create cutting edge, rack-level data center solutions that power the next generation of AI.

• Drive early‑stage concept feasibility efforts to shape and influence product requirements
• Partner closely with cross‑functional engineering teams to develop customer‑centric product solutions and help guide overall portfolio strategy
• Create detailed designs for sheet metal, plastic, die‑cast, and other mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD software
• Apply robust design methodologies to develop, prototype, and evaluate mechanical concepts
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, tooling engineering, and internal technical teams to ensure successful product development and launch

Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

• 12+ years of experience in electro‑mechanical product development or equivalent expertise, including direct experience designing high‑density IT Racks for data centers
• Strong knowledge of cooling technologies, particularly liquid cooling and rack‑level cooling components
• Expert ability to interpret technical data sheets, complex engineering drawings, and 3D design databases, with experience predicting product behavior using Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD tools— experience with Creo and SolidWorks is required ; skilled in designing sheet metal, plastic, die‑cast, and other mechanical assemblies
• Demonstrated capability in electro‑mechanical product development with strong analytical skills, the ability to adapt to evolving design requirements, and a track record of resolving issues effectively

Desirable Requirements  

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Experience partnering with mechancal suppliers
  
   

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position is $174,200-$225,500

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

Dell Technologies is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Read the full Equal Employment Opportunity Policy here .

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