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Mechanical Design Engineer

Optiver
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Posted
20 days ago
Department
Hardware
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field
  • 3+ years of industry experience designing mechanical systems using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar
  • Experience with electronics cooling and thermal device design
  • Experience taking mechanical designs from concept through prototype and production
  • Hands-on fabrication or prototyping experience including machining, 3D printing, or fixture design
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM)
Nice to have
  • Experience designing hardware for high-performance computing, networking systems, or electronics enclosures
  • Experience working for or with contract manufacturers or external fabrication vendors
  • Experience working with fiber optics, high-density electronic assemblies, or complex electromechanical systems
  • Experience building complex systems such as servers, robotics platforms, drones, or optical systems
  • Personal experience building or modifying computers
What the job really is

As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Optiver, you will design and develop mechanical systems for high-performance computing platforms and custom trading infrastructure. Your role involves creating detailed CAD models, performing engineering analyses, prototyping, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical systems into complete hardware platforms. You will also be responsible for documentation and improving manufacturability and operational robustness of deployed systems.

Benefits
  • Highly competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus structure
  • 401(k) match up to 50%
  • Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
  • 25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
  • Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires on-site presence in Austin
  • Focus on bespoke, non-repetitive work may appeal to those seeking variety but could be challenging for those preferring routine
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