Mechanical and Thermal Lab Technician

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience working in a mechanical, electrical, thermal, hardware, HVAC, or data center lab environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a hands-on environment
• Adaptable, hardworking, and dependable
• Willing and eager to learn, take coaching, and develop new technical skills
• Ability to be trained and developed within the lab environment Ability to safely lift and move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Former military experience, especially in a technical, mechanical, electrical, or HVAC-focused role
• Hands-on experience performing thermal testing or thermal validation
• Experience with server hardware, server racks, or data center equipment
• Experience with liquid cooling, data center cooling systems, or Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC)
• Machine shop, trade school, laboratory, or other hands-on technical experience

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Mechanical and Thermal Lab Technician to support a leading technology organization focused on next-generation server and data center hardware. This individual will work within a mechanical and thermal laboratory environment supporting thermal testing, prototype modifications, hardware validation, and data center infrastructure initiatives.

This person will partner with engineering teams to execute thermal and mechanical test plans, analyze results, validate new designs, and support the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure and liquid cooling technologies.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technician who enjoys building, troubleshooting, testing, and working directly with hardware. They possess strong mechanical aptitude, are curious and coachable, and thrive in fast-paced lab environments supporting cutting-edge AI and data center technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Perform thermal testing and thermal validation on server and data center hardware
• Support mechanical and thermal lab operations focused on hardware performance and reliability testing
• Receive, rack, cable, power-on, and support deployment of server and data center infrastructure equipment.
• Assist with the setup, organization, and ongoing operation of a new mechanical and thermal testing laboratory.
• Modify and fabricate prototype components using machine shop equipment
• Operate CNC machines, drill presses, band saws, welding equipment, and 3D printers as needed
• Assist engineering teams with hardware development, testing, and validation efforts
• Support lab operations including equipment maintenance, calibration activities, inventory tracking, and safety compliance.
• Deploy, install, and maintain data center hardware and infrastructure equipment
• Document testing results and provide feedback to engineering teams throughout the validation process
• Support day-to-day lab activities while adhering to safety and operational procedures