Electrical Engineering Co-Op

Join CoolIT, an Ecolab Company, a global leader in Direct Liquid Cooling technology for data centers, supercomputers, and high-performance computing environments.

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineering Co-op, you will support the design, development, and testing of electronic hardware and firmware for CoolIT's liquid cooling solutions. Working closely with Engineering, Program Management, and Product teams, you will gain hands-on experience throughout the product development lifecycle while contributing to innovative cooling technologies used in AI, high-performance computing, and data center applications.

What's in it For You

• Hands-on experience designing and testing real-world embedded and control systems.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading cooling technologies supporting AI and high-performance computing.
• Exposure to cross-functional product development teams and engineering best practices.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a collaborative environment.
• Casual, professional workplace culture.

What You Will Do

• Support the design and development of electronic hardware and embedded control systems.
• Create system block diagrams from product and project requirements.
• Assist with PLC-based and embedded controller development.
• Develop and test embedded firmware using C.
• Design cable harnesses and create supporting documentation.
• Support prototype board bring-up, troubleshooting, and validation activities.
• Create test plans and assist with test execution.
• Design test fixtures and production test solutions.
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
• Collaborate with Test Engineering to support regulatory and environmental compliance requirements.

Position Details

• Location: Calgary, AB
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Schedule: Full-time Co-op Term

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with C programming.
• Familiarity with electronic circuit design principles.
• Experience using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and multimeters.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Altium Designer and AutoCAD Electrical.
• Experience with analog and digital circuit simulation.
• Familiarity with PLCs and industrial control systems.
• Experience with embedded systems and firmware development.
• Knowledge of Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Previous project, internship, or co-op experience involving electronics design or testing.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

We thank every candidate in advance; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview. Please note: immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks, including criminal record checks and education verification.

ABOUT COOLIT, AN ECOLAB COMPANY

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.

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.