Graduate Mechanical Engineer

About the job

Start your engineering career by turning AI hardware designs into real systems you can test, improve and see perform.

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in our Mech/Thermal Platform team, you will help design, test and improve advanced AI hardware and data center systems. This role is built for someone early in their engineering career.

You will work across 3D CAD, prototype evaluation, lab testing, data analysis, troubleshooting and documentation. Your work will help turn engineering ideas into reliable hardware platforms.

You will learn from experienced mechanical, thermal, hardware and systems engineers while owning defined design and validation tasks. You will build practical judgement by seeing how decisions perform in the lab.

This is a rare chance to start your career close to the hardware challenges powering AI adoption.

The team and culture

You will join the Mech/Thermal Platform team in Austin, working closely with engineers across mechanical, thermal, electrical, hardware, systems and manufacturing disciplines. Work moves from requirements and concepts into design reviews, prototype builds, lab validation and verified improvements.

You will be trusted with clear ownership, supported by engineers who explain context and expect thoughtful questions. Decisions are made through evidence, test data, design review and clear technical recommendations.

The team values engineers who think big, act fast, take responsibility and speak up. You will be encouraged to build confidence, learn unfamiliar tools and contribute from the start.

What we’re looking for

• A bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, completed recently or before the role begins
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, materials, manufacturing or related engineering principles
• Experience creating parts, assemblies or engineering drawings using 3D CAD through coursework, research, internships or projects
• Ability to plan technical work, analyze test data, document results accurately and draw evidence-based conclusions
• A structured approach to troubleshooting, root-cause analysis and engineering investigation
• Clear communication, curiosity and willingness to learn new tools, systems and laboratory methods

While we have outlined a set of requirements, we value transferable skills and diverse experiences. 

Benefits

• Flexible working: Balance your work and personal life with greater flexibility
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental and vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy
• Phantom equity: Share in Graphcore’s success
• Tax-advantaged healthcare savings: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to help you make the most of your healthcare spending
• Peace of mind protection: Disability and life insurance to provide financial security when you need it most
• Retirement planning support: A 401(k) plan to help you invest in your future
• Commuter benefits: Help cover the cost of your daily commute
• Wellbeing resources: Access to wellness services that support your physical and mental health
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential advice and support for you and your family across a range of personal, financial and wellbeing matters

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognize that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any accommodations during the interview process, just let us know - we're happy to support you.

Join the Team at Graphcore

Graphcore is one of the world’s leading innovators in Artificial Intelligence compute. It is developing hardware, software and systems infrastructure that will unlock the next generation of AI breakthroughs and power the widespread adoption of AI solutions across every industry.

As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. Together, they share a bold vision: to enable Artificial Super Intelligence and ensure its benefits are accessible to everyone.

Graphcore’s teams are drawn from diverse backgrounds and bring a broad range of skills and perspectives. A melting pot of AI research specialists, silicon designers, software engineers and systems architects, Graphcore brings together deep expertise to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful progress in AI compute.

If you want to start your engineering career close to the hardware challenges shaping AI, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of the journey.