Job Details

Position Overview

Join Intel's Networking Platforms Operation as an Engineering Manager leading cutting‑edge hardware design for FNIC and IPU board products. This player‑coach role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on technical expertise, managing a dynamic team of mechanical, thermal, and board layout engineers developing next‑generation networking technology.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and develop a cross‑functional team of mechanical, thermal, and CAD engineers
• Define technology roadmaps for board design aligned with Intel's strategic objectives
• Translate customer requirements and product architecture into executable design solutions
• Coach and mentor team members in advanced technology development and career growth

Technical Excellence & Innovation

• Drive development and implementation of innovative board product solutions
• Partner with engineering, product planning, and customer‑facing teams to deliver industry‑leading power, performance, and design solutions
• Establish strategic partnerships with industry leaders to foster innovation and research collaboration
• Develop long‑term capability strategies for emerging technological requirements

Operational Leadership

• Manage resources and priorities to meet aggressive project timelines
• Foster cross‑team collaboration to maximize operational outcomes
• Set clear performance goals and maintain accountability for team results
• Promote an inclusive, high‑performance work environment

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field and 7+ years of experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing engineering teams
• 5+ years of experience with server platforms and data center technologies
• Experience with cloud enterprise and telecommunications infrastructure applications
• Experience in heat transfer, CFD analysis, and materials selection for electronics cooling
• Experience with high‑density PCB layout constraints and complex PCBA assembly integration

Preferred Qualifications

• Post Graduate Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or a related field
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Experience with thermal simulation tools (Ansys, FloTHERM, or equivalent)
• Background working with OEMs, ODMs, or contract manufacturing partners
• Experience in assembly and manufacturing processes

What We Offer

This role provides an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of networking technology while leading a world‑class engineering team at one of the industry's most innovative companies.

Job Type

Experienced Hire

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location

US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Business Group

The Central Engineering Group (CEG) is Intel's data‑driven organization that builds scalable engineering solutions across three pillars: Product Enablement (IP, tools, and methodologies), Custom ASIC (leveraging existing IP for custom silicon), and Foundry Enablement (supporting top customers and validating technologies). The team focuses on customer‑driven, end‑to‑end solutions with short development cycles to deliver measurable business impact across Intel's product and foundry businesses.

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.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range

$164,470.00 - 311,890.00 USD

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.

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.