The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be part of the Mechanical Engineering team at Microsoft, focusing on the design and deployment of high-density, liquid-cooled systems for Azure datacenters. This role involves collaboration with various teams to develop innovative hardware solutions that support Microsoft's cloud infrastructure. The engineer will lead mechanical design projects, optimize system performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The position emphasizes sustainable design and staying updated on emerging technologies in mechanical engineering and data center operations.

• Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering, or related field, OR Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years related technical engineering experience, OR Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years related technical engineering experience, OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements.

• Take ownership of mechanical design projects from concept to completion, leading a team of engineers to develop innovative solutions for cloud-based hardware infrastructure.
• Create interface control documents and product specifications to clearly communicate design intent.
• Design mechanical components, systems, and assemblies using CAD software and create prototypes for testing and validation.
• Conduct mechanical analysis, structural simulations, and tests to optimize mechanical system performance, reliability, cost, and thermal management.
• Conduct design reviews, generate engineering documentation, develop test plans and reports, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems and provide technical guidance to other engineers.
• Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to source components and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Evaluate and select mechanical design materials with a focus on sustainability and re-use of common parts.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in mechanical engineering and propose innovative ideas to enhance hardware offerings.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.