Mechanical Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Lab Manager, the Mechanical Technician will play a crucial role in supporting ongoing hardware-focused research projects at Advanced Liquid Cooling Technologies.

This position involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment for liquid cooling systems.

The successful candidate will contribute to experimental design, execute experiments, troubleshoot technical issues, and actively participate in the development of innovative liquid cooling hardware solutions.

While this list is representative of essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role.

Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma / GED required.
• A minimum of 2 year of related experience or associate degree or higher in a relevant field such as HVAC technology, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal.
• Flexibility and agility in an ever-changing customer focused environment
• Valid driver’s license with no infractions that would limit ability to travel.
• Complies with all EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up, calibrates, and operates laboratory equipment related to liquid cooling systems, such as testing benches, plumbing systems, and control systems.
• Assists in the design and fabrication of experimental setups for hardware testing, ensuring accurate and reliable data collection.
• Executes experiments, records observations, and gathers data systematically and accurately.
• Conducts performance and durability testing of liquid cooling hardware components, subsystems, and prototypes.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots technical issues that arise during experiments, working collaboratively to find effective solutions.
• Maintains comprehensive and organized records of experimental procedures, data, and outcomes.
• Contributes to technical reports, presentations, and documentation detailing experimental methodologies, results, and conclusions.
• Communicates experimental findings, challenges, and progress effectively through verbal updates and written reports.
• Adheres to laboratory safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel.
• Complies with industry standards and regulations relevant to data center cooling testing and research.
• Performs routine maintenance, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Hands-on experience in hardware fabrication, assembly, and basic machining.
• Strong knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger picture.
• Must have strong planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to prioritize competing tasks and keep to critical deadlines.
• Appreciation to work in a global organization with teammates in different time zones / regions.
• Excellent English communication (verbal & written).
• Proven experience (3 years) working in a laboratory environment with a focus on data center cooling or HVAC hardware testing and research is a plus.
• Please note that the selected candidate for this position may be subject to a pre-employment background check and / or drug testing in accordance with company policies and procedures.

ALCT is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability, or persons who may require accommodation, to apply.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits : 401(k) , Dental Insurance, Health insurance , Paid time off , Referral program , Vision insurance

Schedule : 8-hour shift , Day shift , Monday to Friday

Work Location : In person