Thermal Engineer Job at Adecco USA, San Jose, CA

  • Adecco USA
  • San Jose, CA

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Job Title: GPU Liquid Cooling Process Specialist – Advanced Manufacturing

Location: On-Site | San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Salary Range: $173,000 – $187,000 per year

Industry: High-Performance Computing / Electronics Manufacturing

Adecco has partnered with a global leader in high-performance electronics manufacturing. Specializing in SMT PCB assembly, barebone system builds, and complex rack integration.

Position Overview

We're hiring a GPU Liquid Cooling Factory Process Specialist to lead, design, and optimize the production processes for liquid-cooled GPU servers and rack systems. This hands-on role is perfect for an expert in thermal systems, factory operations, and high-reliability environments who thrives in scaling cutting-edge infrastructure for AI and HPC workloads.

This is a permanent, on-site position . Remote or hybrid options are not available.

Core Responsibilities

  • Own and improve the end-to-end assembly and testing process for liquid-cooled GPU racks/servers.
  • Standardize work instructions for coolant loop builds, cold plate installations, and rack-level plumbing.
  • Apply Lean, 5S, and Kaizen practices to reduce waste and improve yield.

Quality Assurance

  • Manage quality control protocols: pressure decay testing, flow rate monitoring, leak detection, thermal performance validation.
  • Maintain accurate production and QA documentation for compliance and audits.
  • Resolve factory-floor challenges (e.g., pump tuning, GPU mounting, manifold/QD issues).
  • Conduct root cause analysis on returned or failed systems.
  • Work with engineering, R&D, and supply chain teams to integrate design updates and maintain BOM accuracy.
  • Align logistics and deployment teams for smooth customer delivery and setup.
  • Develop SOPs and train technicians on assembly, testing, and coolant safety.
  • Maintain technical documentation for each liquid cooling system variant.
  • Enforce compliance with ISO, OSHA, and coolant-specific handling standards (e.g., deionized water, glycol).
  • Support chemical reporting and proper coolant disposal practices as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering—or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • 3–5+ years in electronics or systems manufacturing.
  • Experience with liquid cooling: cold plates, CDUs, quick disconnects, and thermal test instrumentation.
  • Knowledge of factory process control, QA protocols, and safety compliance.

Preferred:

  • Familiarity with GPU/AI servers and high-density HPC infrastructure.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent certification.
  • Experience with MES tools and digital factory environments.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary + annual performance bonuses
  • PTO, paid holidays, and 401(k) with employer match
  • A front-row seat to next-generation AI & HPC infrastructure development
Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Associate
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Industries
    Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

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