Test Specialist

CoolIT Systems, Inc. is hiring a full-timeTest Specialist (Mechanical/PCL)to lead passive cold plate loop and vertical rack manifold testing and qualification activities. In this role, you will develop and execute test plans to verify productsmeetinternal and customer requirements. You will analyze hardware and software specifications, design test strategies, and evaluate the performance and reliability of electromechanical systems. Responsibilities include conducting temperature, pressure, flow, and mechanical stress tests,identifyingdesign issues, troubleshooting failures through root cause analysis, and supporting engineering improvements. You will alsoassistwith test equipment development,componentselection, technical documentation, and detailed reporting of test results and recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and implementNPIproduct validation and qualification test plansfor thermal and fluid-cooling systems, focusing on cold plates, manifolds, seals, and electromechanical assemblies.
• Apply heat transferand thermodynamicsprinciples and knowledge to interpret thermal tests for liquid-cooled components.
• Understand hardware and software requirements and design documents to develop comprehensive test strategies and procedures.
• Design and evaluate validation protocols, includingHALT, thermal, pressure, mechanical, flow (PQ), thermal performance (RQ), and packaging integrity testing.
• Investigate failure modes including fatigue, corrosion, creep, thermal cycle degradation,and manufacturing defects.
• Perform risk assessmentsbased onbill of material, designreviews,manufacturingprocessesand other available engineering documents toqualifyproducts.
• Conduct materialcompatibilityevaluations on metals, elastomers, polymers, fittings, and surface-finished components.
• Prepare technical reports and validation documentation to support engineering release and customer approval.
• Analyze test data tovalidatedesign performance and recommend design improvements to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis of test failures and coordinate cross-functional corrective actions.
• Exercise engineering judgment in technical dispositionanddecisions in collaboration withcross functional teams.
• Provide technical guidanceandtrainingto technicians and technologists.
• Maintain test logs, records, and reports in alignment with internal processes.
• Ensure compliance with all lab safety requirements and best practices.

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, orotherrelevant field.
• Proven experience insolidworksdesign, including 3D modeling, detailed drawings, assembly design, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• A minimum of 3 years ofengineering experience in a testing environment.
• Working knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, temperatures sensors, flow sensors, etc.
• Solid experience in setting up and using DAQ's, sensors, and actuators for data-driven analysis.
• Experience in using diagnostic bench tools (oscilloscope, power analyzer, logic analyzer, multimeter, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing, testing, and qualifying electro-mechanical parts and systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree is considered an asset.
• P.Engdesignation considered an asset.
• Experience with data center liquid cooling systems.
• Familiarity with rack-level cooling infrastructure such as manifolds, hoses, quick disconnects, and fittings.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and technical documentation accuracy.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that willmaintainand strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wideshutdownduring the holiday season.
• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
• Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
• Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure withadditionalvacation time and a monetary bonus.
• Company sponsored RRSP plan

Successful candidates for this position willbe requiredto undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.