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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Adecco. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $173,000.00/yr - $187,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Adecco 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 Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Adecco by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Thermal Engineer” roles. San Jose, CA $130,000.00-$150,000.00 4 weeks ago San Jose, CA $87,000.00-$145,000.00 2 weeks ago Livermore, CA $110,000.00-$130,000.00 1 week ago Santa Clara, CA $120,000.00-$180,000.00 1 month ago San Jose, CA $145,000.00-$159,000.00 4 weeks ago Thermal Scientist/Engineer, Product Integrity Sunnyvale, CA $129,400.00-$212,800.00 1 week ago Thermal Scientist/Engineer, Product Integrity Sunnyvale, CA $136,000.00-$223,400.00 2 weeks ago Santa Clara, CA $133,000.00-$185,000.00 1 month ago Santa Clara, CA $150,000.00-$300,000.00 3 days ago San Jose, CA $148,000.00-$165,000.00 2 months ago Fremont, CA $143,000.00-$183,000.00 2 weeks ago Mechanical Design Engineer, Thermal HVAC Thermal Mechanical Design Engineer (Liquid Cooling) Fremont, CA $204,000.00-$281,000.00 1 week ago Mechanical Engineer - Thermal / Fluids Hardware Design Scotts Valley, CA $120,000.00-$220,000.00 1 month ago San Jose, CA $80,000.00-$130,000.00 1 year ago Managing Engineer - Thermal Sciences (Ph.D.) Menlo Park, CA $160,000.00-$205,000.00 2 weeks ago Fremont, CA $120,000.00-$150,000.00 1 month ago Mountain View, CA $145,000.00-$183,000.00 6 days ago Solution Engineer - Thermal Management System Staff Thermal Systems Integration Engineer San Jose, CA $130,000.00-$150,000.00 19 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adecco

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