Mechanical Engineer II

WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?

Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years.

We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best‑in‑class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together.

At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, analysis, and validation of mechanical systems for advanced power and RF products. This role contributes across the product development lifecycle, working closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative, manufacturable, and reliable solutions.

This position may be filled at either the Mechanical Engineer I or Mechanical Engineer II level. Level will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, technical capabilities, and demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute to engineering efforts.

• Participate in mechanical design and development activities across the product lifecycle, from concept through production
• Design and develop mechanical components including sheet metal, machined, molded, and 3D‑printed parts
• Support the design and analysis of thermal management solutions such as heat sinks, cold plates, and cooling systems
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (electrical, firmware, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality) to meet design requirements
• Support prototype builds, lab testing, and troubleshooting activities
• Perform tolerance analysis and apply GD&T principles to mechanical designs
• Assist in material selection and validation for product performance and reliability
• Contribute to supplier interactions to ensure manufacturability, cost, and quality targets are achieved

• Conduct thermal and structural analysis using simulation tools and validate results through testing
• Design experiments and analyze data to improve product performance and reliability
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize product design and manufacturability

• Environment:
  Onsite, office environment

• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles including design, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Proficiency or exposure to 3D CAD tools (e.g., Solid Works or equivalent)
• Familiarity with mechanical components such as sheet metal, machined, molded, or fabricated parts
• Basic knowledge of tolerance analysis and GD&T principles
• Ability to perform hands‑on lab work, testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

• Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., Ansys or similar)
• Ability to work more independently and contribute to design decisions

• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co‑ops, or academic projects acceptable)
• Exposure to mechanical design, CAD modeling, and basic analysis techniques

• 2–5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with related experience
• Experience designing and validating mechanical systems in a professional environment
  
  Experience with thermal management, simulation, or product development preferred
• Experience applying DFM/DFA principles
• Experience with tolerance stack‑ups and GD&T (ANSI Y14.5)
• Experience with thermal design and analysis (heat transfer, cooling systems)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field…