About the job
About Our Team
At OpenAI, our Hardware team is dedicated to innovating system-level and silicon solutions tailored for the demanding requirements of cutting-edge AI applications. We seamlessly integrate mechanical, thermal, electrical, and systems engineering to transform high-performance, mission-critical hardware from initial design to mass production.
We collaborate closely with design engineers, operations, TPM, and external manufacturing partners, ensuring that our AI infrastructure is not only reliable and efficient but also designed for scalability.
About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead thermal-mechanical manufacturing projects throughout the lifecycle of next-generation AI hardware systems. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for driving the design, validation, and quality strategies of manufacturing processes from concept to mass production.
You will engage cross-functionally with mechanical, thermal, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure our data center hardware platforms meet stringent performance, reliability, and scalability standards at both the component and rack levels. This position demands strong analytical skills, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment.
This role is based in San Francisco, CA, operating under a hybrid work model of three days in the office each week. We also offer relocation assistance to qualified new hires.
Key Responsibilities
Lead thermal-mechanical manufacturing and quality initiatives to guarantee product success from concept through launch and high-volume production.
Own the manufacturing process design for next-generation AI hardware systems, collaborating with engineering, operations, TPMs, suppliers, and external partners.
Work cross-functionally to design and optimize mechanical and thermal solutions for large-scale data center deployment.
Design and validate manufacturing processes for chassis, enclosures, cooling systems, and high-power connections, aligning with performance and reliability standards.
Conduct hands-on DFM/DFx analysis across design, development, prototyping, testing, and production phases.
Research and implement automation techniques to enhance manufacturing efficiency and scalability.
Define and manage manufacturing requirements, scope, schedules, and deliverables in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
Partner with suppliers to develop validation plans that ensure reliability and performance criteria are met.
