Cold Plate​/Hardware Rework Technician

Cold Plate / Hardware Rework Technician (Contract) Duration: 12+ Months Job Summar

yWe are seeking a hands‑on Hardware Rework Technician to support assembly, repair, validation, and rework of next‑generation AI and networking systems. The ideal candidate will have experience working in prototype or manufacturing environments, performing electromechanical assembly, hardware debugging, and liquid‑cooling component installation and maintenance

• sAssemble, disassemble, and rework server, networking, and AI compute systems
• .Install, remove, troubleshoot, and replace cold plates, heatsinks, and liquid‑cooling components
• .Apply thermal interface materials (TIM) and thermal paste following documented procedures
• .Perform leak testing, pressure testing, and quality inspections on liquid‑cooling systems
• .Handle and install PCBAs, processors, optics, and other sensitive hardware components
• .Load and configure systems in test chassis, racks, and validation environments
• .Read and follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, SOPs, and work orders
• .Document failures, repairs, and hardware modifications
• .Support prototype builds, engineering validation activities, and manufacturing debug

• s2+ years of experience in hardware assembly, manufacturing, prototype builds, or engineering lab environments
• .Experience working with electromechanical assemblies and computer/server hardware
• .Familiarity with PCBA handling, heatsink installation, and ESD‑safe practices
• .Ability to read 2D engineering drawings and assembly documentation
• .Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• .Ability to lift and move hardware systems up to 50 lbs

• sExperience with cold plate assembly, liquid cooling systems, or direct-to-chip cooling
• .Background at major contract manufacturers such as Sanmina, Jabil, Flex, Delta, Celestica, or similar organizations
• .Experience supporting data center, networking, server, or AI hardware products
• .Basic soldering, cable routing, and hardware debug experience