Shock Vibration and Transportation Engineer

At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute.We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale.As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem.To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world.We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence.

Job Summary

We are looking for a Shock, Vibration, & Transportation Engineer to ensure the reliability of AI hardware systems, including components, servers, and rack-level products. 

This role focuses on transportation validation, mechanical reliability, and packaging performance under real-world conditions. The engineer will be responsible for executing ISTA-based testing, analyzing failures, and providing practical debug solutions to improve product robustness and shipment readiness. 

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure products can safely withstand global logistics environments while meeting performance and cost targets. 

 Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Plan and execute shock, vibration, and transportation tests for AI components, servers, and rack systems  

• Develop test plans based on ISTA and ASTM standards and real-world logistics conditions  

• Perform testing including:  

• Random vibration, sine sweep, and mechanical shock  

• Packaged vibration, drop, and incline impact  

• Lead packaging validation and shipment strategy:  

• Evaluate protection performance vs cost  

• Define assembly vs disassembly approach for shipment  

• Conduct mechanical inspection and liquid cooling validation:  

• Identify structural damage and leakage risks  

• Execute functional validation during/after testing (system stress program)  

• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigation  

• Provide debug solutions and design/packaging improvements  

• Analyze test data (PSD, resonance) and generate reports  

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ODM partners  

 Qualifications Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or related field  

• Experience in shock, vibration, or transportation testing  

• Familiar with ISTA standards and vibration/shock fundamentals (PSD, Grms)  

• Knowledge of mechanical failure mechanisms (PCB, solder, connectors)  

• Strong debug and root cause analysis skills  

 Preferred 

• Experience with AI servers or data center hardware  

• Knowledge of liquid cooling systems  

• Familiar with ASTM / JEDEC / IEC standards  

• Experience in packaging design and rack-level shipment  

• Familiar with failure analysis tools (X-ray, cross-section, etc.) 

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers a competitive benefits package. We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments.