Senior Mechanical Engineer, Rack Design and Validation

Microsoft Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team focused on rack design and validation. This role is crucial in powering Microsoft's "Intelligent Cloud" mission and supporting over 200 online businesses including Azure, Office 365, Xbox Live, and more.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll lead the design and validation of rack and infrastructure systems from concept to production. You'll utilize advanced CAD software and simulation tools to create and validate mechanical designs, working closely with ODM partners and multi-disciplinary teams. The role requires expertise in structural analysis, mechanical validation, and manufacturing processes.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $117,200 - $229,200 USD (higher in SF and NYC areas) and comes with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, educational resources, and parental leave. Working in a hybrid environment (up to 50% work from home), you'll have the opportunity to impact Microsoft's global cloud infrastructure while maintaining work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced mechanical engineers who want to work at the forefront of cloud infrastructure technology. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, while contributing to Microsoft's mission of empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more.

The ideal candidate will bring 4+ years of industry experience, strong mechanical design and validation expertise, and a proven track record in complex hardware systems. You'll need to demonstrate proficiency in CAD tools, structural analysis, and manufacturing processes, while staying current with the latest trends in cloud infrastructure and data center technologies.