Mechanical Engineer

Intel is hiring a Mechanical Engineer. Level rates it ; you can apply on Intel.

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On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Finite Element Modeling, mechanical design and thermal solutions among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
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Design and develop mechanical devices, systems, thermal solutions, and packaging from concept to high-volume manufacturing.

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Job Details:

Job Description:

The Role and Impact
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will design and develop mechanical devices, systems, equipment, and packaging that are practical, sustainable, and manufacturable. You will play a key role in creating mechanical and thermal solutions from concept through high-volume manufacturing, ensuring functionality, reliability, and safety. Your efforts will directly contribute to delivering innovative mechanical designs that support Intel's products and customer needs.

Business Group
You will be part of Intel Corporation, a global leader in creating world-changing technology that enables progress and innovation. This role is part of a global team, in various geos that work closely together. The team focuses on designing and developing advanced mechanical systems and components that support Intel's broader goals of delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to customers worldwide. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions drive impactful results and align with Intel's mission to shape the future of technology.

Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical devices, systems, and thermal solutions, integrating considerations for manufacturability, serviceability, and sustainability.
- Lead the creation of system concepts, product specifications, feasibility studies, and test plans for new and existing mechanical designs.
- Conduct functionality validation, reliability testing, and safety assessments for mechanical systems and components.
- Develop customer guidance for the appropriate use of mechanical designs and resolve customer concerns effectively.
- Perform structural and stress analysis and tolerance analysis for key mechanical components such as heat sinks, chassis structures, and thermal attachments.
- Collaborate with suppliers to incorporate manufacturing feedback, resolve production issues, and oversee the procurement, acceptance, and deployment of designed systems.
- Execute mechanical simulation engineering tasks, including finite-element modeling, materials characterization, and post-processing analysis for system reliability and performance.
- Partner with cross-disciplinary teams, including thermal engineers, electromechanical engineers, and industrial designers, to optimize designs and meet performance objectives.
- Conduct design reviews, prototype testing, and system acceptance tests while driving design improvements and resolving implementation challenges.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
- 7+ years of experience in mechanical design, development, and testing
- Proficiency in mechanical simulation tools such as finite-element modeling software.

- Proficiency in CAD tool (Creo preferred).
- Demonstrated expertise in structural and stress analysis, tolerance analysis, and material selection.
- Experience working with suppliers to resolve manufacturing-related issues and implement feedback.
- Familiarity with mechanical systems validation, including functionality and reliability testing.

Preferred Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex design challenges.
- Strong team spirit and ability to share knowledge to support team goals
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities, especially in cross-functional team environments.
- Experience in developing and implementing design improvements based on customer feedback and performance validation.
- Passion for innovation and enthusiasm for contributing to cutting-edge technology solutions.

We invite you to bring your expertise and creativity to our team, where you will help shape the future of technology by engineering exceptional mechanical systems.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location:

Malaysia, Penang

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

N/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

How we rate this

Mechanical Engineer at Intel rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Mechanical Engineer is an open job at Intel.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Malaysia, Penang.
The job was posted on October 22, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Intel. Apply on Intel

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Mechanical DesignThermal SolutionsStress AnalysisProtypingFinite Element Modeling

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