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WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Role:

The Automation Technologistis responsible forbuilding, implementing,maintaining, and supporting automated manufacturing and test systems used in the production and validation of CoolIT products. This role works closely with Automation Specialists, Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to install, troubleshoot, improve, and sustain automation equipment, PLC-controlled systems, robotic equipment, industrial controls, and automated test platforms.

The Automation Technologist plays a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, improvingtestefficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives acrosstest activities at CoolIT.

Responsibilities:

• Install, commission, and support automated manufacturing and test equipment.

• Assistin the development, modification, and validation of PLC programs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.

• Build, wire, configure, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation.

• Support automated test stations by configuring hardware, software, and communication interfaces.

• Assistin developing andmaintainingPython-based automation tools for test execution, data collection, reporting, and workflow automation.

• Support Power BI dashboards by collecting,validating, and organizing manufacturing and test data.

• Diagnose and resolve automation equipment issues involving PLCs, industrial networks, robotics, sensors, motion systems, and software.

• Perform preventive maintenance, calibration, and validation of automated equipment.

• Assistwith integrating newtestequipment and automation technologies.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.

• Support factory equipment upgrades, continuous improvement projects, and process optimization initiatives.

• Maintain documentation including electrical drawings, software revisions, equipment settings, operating procedures, and maintenance records.

• Assistwith vendor coordination, equipment installation, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).

• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions for equipment failures.

• Traintestersand production personnel on automated equipment operation and basic troubleshooting.

• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and machine safeguarding standards.

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree inElectronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical, orrelated field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a high-tech, electronics, or fluid systems manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus).

• Background in automated testing, motion control, and servo systems.

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive, hands-on approach.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Capable of managing multiple priorities and working independently in a fast-paced, evolving production setting.

• Safety-conscious mindset with knowledge of industrial safety and machine safeguarding principles.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that willmaintainand strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wideshutdownduring the holiday season.

• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.

• Dress for your day - in a casual yet professional environment.

• Retention rewards like "The Big Coffee Break" that reward tenure withadditionalvacation time and a monetary bonus.

• Company sponsored RRSP plan

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position willbe requiredto undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

ABOUT COOLIT, AN ECOLAB COMPANY

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT 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 500distinctionsin both 2021 and 2022,CoolIT'srapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI,high performancecomputing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote,transferand provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, nationalorigin,citizenshipstatus, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.