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Mechanical Technician

UST
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Role Description

Mechanical Technician

Associate II - Semiconductor Product Validation

Who We Are

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000 practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.

Visit us at UST.com.

You Are

We are looking for a Mechanical Technician with experience in thermal cooling systems and mechanical assemblies for servers and electronic equipment. The candidate should have hands-on experience with cooling components, CDUs, and liquid/air-cooled systems.

The Opportunity

  • Assemble, install, test, and maintain thermal management solutions including:
  • Cold plates
  • Heat sinks
  • Heat pipes
  • Cooling assemblies for servers and electronic systems
  • Work with Cooling Distribution Units (CDUs) and associated thermal equipment.
  • Perform mechanical assembly, troubleshooting, and maintenance of:
  • Pumps
  • Tubes and piping systems
  • Filters
  • Valves
  • Flow meters
  • Connectors and fittings
  • Support integration and testing of air-cooled and liquid-cooled systems for:
  • GPUs
  • CPUs
  • AI/HPC servers
  • Semiconductor/chip cooling applications
  • Conduct leak testing, pressure testing, and thermal validation activities.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and operational standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams for system builds, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and records related to assembly and maintenance activities.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What You Need

  • High School Diploma or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • Hands-on experience in thermal equipment and cooling systems.
  • Experience handling and maintaining CDUs (Cooling Distribution Units).
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in fluid and thermal systems.
  • Familiarity with liquid cooling and air-cooling technologies used in servers or electronic hardware.
  • Ability to work with mechanical components including pumps, valves, tubing, filters, and flow meters.
  • Knowledge of thermal interface materials, cooling loops, and heat transfer concepts is preferred.
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings and follow SOPs/work instructions.
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location: California

Compensation Range: $56,000-$84,000

Benefits

Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.

What We Believe

We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

Humility

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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Skills

semiconductor testing,mechanical engineering,thermal equipment,cooling distribution units,

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