Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the job

To strengthen our dynamic team in Zurich, we are looking for an independent

Senior Mechanical Engineer (w/m/d)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic Innovation team. This
role focuses on the mechanical and thermal design aspects of our product development, encompassing a variety of
applications and standards. The ideal candidate will be adept in handling diverse projects, ranging from
module-compatible enclosures to advanced heat dissipation solutions, with a strong foundation in VPX and VNX
standards, thermal simulation, mechanical design, and vibration analysis.

Main responsibilities:

• Mechanical Design:
  
  
  • Develop and refine mechanical components and systems, including heat dissipation solutions like
    spreaders and sinks, specifically tailored for our diverse product range
  
  
  • Innovate and enhance connector mechanisms and modular assemblies, ensuring robustness and reliability.
    
  
  
  • Design versatile enclosures for various applications, with a focus on modularity and compatibility.
  
  
  • Advance the development of specialized enclosures adhering to VPX and VNX standards, targeting critical
    applications.
  
  
  • Create RF component designs incorporating EMI shielding and protection, suited for high-frequency
    applications.
  
  
  • Engineer and optimize tools and processes for efficient assembly of thermal components.
  
  



• Thermal Management:
  
  
  • Conduct advanced thermal simulations and modeling to support product development and provide critical data
    for client applications.
  
  
  • Engage in the design and validation of thermal interface materials and gap pads, enhancing product
    efficiency and reliability.
  
  
  • Lead thermal analysis and validation processes for various enclosures, ensuring optimal performance under
    diverse conditions.
  
  



• Form Factor Development:
  
  
  • Spearhead the creation and standardization of new form factors, addressing industry needs and guiding future
    product designs.
  
  

Skills and Qualification:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.


• Experience: Proven expertise in mechanical and thermal engineering, with a focus on industry standards such as VPX and VNX and hands on experience FPGA SoM Design.


• Technical Skills: Strong skills in thermal simulation, mechanical design, and analysis, shock and vibration analysis, advanced electronics experience and computational fluid dynamics expertise, preferably in a high-tech environment.


• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication abilities, teamwork orientation, and problem-solving skills.


• Leadership: Experience in leading technical projects and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.


• Language: Fluency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

Enclustra offers you an interesting job in an exciting work environment with lots of creative freedom. At Enclustra you will be part of a motivated international team of colleagues from more than 20 nations. Our company is defined by an open and inclusive working culture, unbureaucratic decision-making, flexible working structure and a dedication to employee well-being.

Enclustra is an innovative, dynamic and growing company with headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, and representatives worldwide. We develop a product portfolio of FPGA-based electronic modules and FPGA-optimized IP solutions for industrial customers and research organizations. In parallel, we provide leading engineering services in FPGA system design, and in development of high-speed hardware, FPGA firmware and embedded software.