NextHop AI

Nexthop Systems Inc. is seeking a mechanical engineer to design and deliver next-generation high-capacity networking systems for emerging AI infrastructures. In this role, you'll combine technical expertise with innovative problem-solving to create cutting-edge electro-mechanical designs that meet the demands of advanced data centers and telecom environments. What You'll Do Chassis & Line Card Design: Create and deliver mechanical designs for chassis and line cards that meet product requirements, ensuring reliability and scalability. Tolerance Analysis: Perform detailed 2D and 3D tolerance analyses for complex electro-mechanical assemblies to ensure precise and functional designs. Innovative Mechanical Solutions: Develop mechanical solutions using sheet metal, injection-molded plastic, die-cast, and extrusion processes, adhering to EMI, safety, and compliance requirements. 3D Modeling & Documentation: Develop 3D CAD models using Creo (preferred) with Windchill for...

Thermal Manufacturing Engineer Santa Clara, CA Nexthop Systems Inc. is seeking a Thermal Manufacturing and Quality Engineer to deliver both air and liquid cooled thermal solutions for next-generation high-capacity networking systems used in emerging AI infrastructures. What You'll Do: Lead the manufacturing activities for both air and liquid cooled products, providing design for manufacturing, design for assembly, and guidance for cost optimization throughout the design process Recommend fittings, tubings, connection methods, materials, material compatibilities and manufacturing techniques for cold plate loop designs Develop the thermal manufacturing test plan for liquid cooled products Interface with thermal vendors and contract manufacturers by providing support for any manufacturing quality issues that the team might encounter Qualifications & Technical Skills: A Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or a...