Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Job Description As a Mechanical Designer in the NI-IP Organization, you will be responsible for the design development of the latest products and prototypes. This position requires self‑starters who can manage complex designs from initial concepts through to production release. You will work with highly motivated engineering teams and have personal responsibility to drive your designs through the process. How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn Participate in the design and development of complex mechanical designs, including product architecture, detailed specification definition for complex systems, technology (component) selection, and the application of design tools/methods. Develop designs (piece parts and complex assemblies) with guidance and direction (sheet metal, plastic, extrusions, and cast parts, including fabrication techniques and tolerance analysis). Interface with supply chain and procurement with a focus on sheet metal, plastic, and cast designs, cabling, and manufacturability. Plan and execute prototype builds for R&D consumption. Provide sizing and estimates of work, and review product development schedules. Make decisions to deliver on goals with supervision. Work is carried out in an office and clean lab environment with limited or no exposure to disagreeable elements. Key Skills And Experience Mechanical Engineering university degree from a recognized university. Exposure to telecom electronic system packaging and mechanical design principles. Understanding of thermal design for electronic equipment. Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes (sheet metal, plastics, die casting). Familiarity with PTC Creo (PRO/E) CAD tools. Awareness of PCB design and manufacturing methodologies. Knowledge of telecom industry standards (Telcordia, ETSI) and regulatory product qualification. Strong analytical skills, self‑motivated team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office tools and ability to build relationships across multiple teams. About Us Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. About The Business Group A robust digital backbone is the unsung hero of modern life, underpinning everything from daily interactions to cloud computing and critical infrastructure. The Network Infrastructure team is passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible in networking, tackling the toughest challenges and delivering innovative solutions. We deliver trusted, purpose‑built IP, optical, fixed, and data center solutions that power the internet, drive the global economy, and support the mission‑critical industries that keep the world running. Our recruitment process We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity. About The Team and Benefits Corporate Retirement Savings Plan Health and dental benefits Short‑term disability, and long‑term disability Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay Optional or supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) Paid time off for holidays and vacation Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Assistance Plan Adoption assistance Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting and Telecommunications #J-18808-Ljbffr