Prototyping Specialist

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Role:

We are seeking a full time Prototyping Specialist to work on the prototypes of our next generation liquid cooling products. Responsibilities included but are not limited to all kinds of machining (CNC and manual mill, manual lathe, water jet and 3D printers, etc) while maintaining company safety and quality expectations.

Reporting to the Senior Lab Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is a hands-on problem solver, loves challenging projects that can require multiple equipment to complete and wants to contribute to the future of scalable computer cooling solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Manufacturing parts using the most appropriate equipment and methods.
• Documenting and reporting any deviations.
• Adhering to quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain safe work practices by adhering to company safety policies.
• Ability to help other departments as needed (within the main buildings or at Innovation Lab, Calgary).
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Post-secondary Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Supplier Quality Engineer or Quality Engineer
• Demonstrated experience with AIAG Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience with prototypes and R&D projects.
• Desire to work with prototypes and R&D projects in a fast-paced technology company is a must.
• Mazak CNC and manual equipment experience is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Welding, Brazing, Water Jet, 3D printing or other cross trade experience would be a strong benefit.
• Experience with GibbsCam is an asset.

Skills:

• Able to work with tight tolerances.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Thrives in collaborative cross-functional environment.
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.

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 will maintain and 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.

Benefits:

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during 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 with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
• Employee ownership program.
• Company-funded RRSP contributions to support your long-term financial goals.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

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