Mechanical Engineer

Are you passionate about designing innovative cooling technologies that power the world's most demanding AI, high-performance computing, and data center applications? At CoolIT, an Ecolab company, you'll play a key role in developing advanced liquid cooling solutions that support sustainable and efficient computing at scale.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the design and development of Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) from concept through production. Working closely with cross-functional teams, customers, and industry partners, you will help deliver high-performance, reliable, and manufacturable cooling solutions that meet the evolving needs of the data center industry.

What's in it For You

• Vacation and flex days, plus a paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, including Dental, Drug, Vision, Paramedical, and Health Spending coverage.
• Casual yet professional "dress for your day" work environment.
• Company-funded RRSP contributions.
• Annual professional development allowance to support continued learning and career growth.
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading cooling technologies supporting AI and high-performance computing applications.

What You Will Do

• Lead NPI development of Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) from concept through production launch.
• Drive design activities including feasibility studies, prototyping, testing, validation, certification, and manufacturing readiness.
• Design and develop CDU systems and components with a focus on performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Build and evaluate thermal, hydraulic, and integrated assembly prototypes.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver products that meet market and customer requirements.
• Create engineering drawings, technical reports, design reviews, and product documentation.
• Support product certification activities, including UL compliance requirements.
• Continuously improve product performance, reliability, efficiency, and cost.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and support engineering best practices and change management processes.

Position Details

• Location: Calgary, AB (Hybrid)
• Schedule: Full-time, standard business hours
• Travel: Minimal travel as required for business needs

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a product design role.
• Experience designing components and assemblies for high-volume production.
• Strong understanding of fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and cooling system design principles.
• Knowledge of process piping, P&IDs, HVAC systems, and fluid transfer systems.
• Experience with pumps, motors, heat exchangers, and sensor selection, testing, and validation.
• Familiarity with NPI, PLM, PDM, and engineering change management processes.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation with APEGA or eligibility to obtain within 12 months.
• Experience in product design within the HVAC, building mechanical, or thermal management industries.
• Experience with rapid prototyping methods and thermal-mechanical testing.
• Proficiency in CFD, heat transfer, FEA, and other advanced simulation tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar product design methodologies.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Physical Requirements of Position
• Ability to work in office, manufacturing, and laboratory environments.
• Ability to evaluate prototypes, test equipment, and engineering assemblies.
• Occasional lifting and handling of engineering components and test hardware.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including criminal record and education verification checks.

About CoolIT Systems

CoolIT Systems, an Ecolab company, is the industry leader in Direct Liquid Cooling solutions for data centers, AI infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments. Our technology is trusted by many of the world's largest technology companies to deliver efficient, scalable, and sustainable cooling solutions.

During pre-screening, we may use an AI tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and/or interview scheduling. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-hire background checks as a condition of employment.

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