Principal Lab Technician at Ecolab

Naperville, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

95400.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hardware engineering, Thermal engineering, Mechanical engineering, Data acquisition, Soldering, Prototype testing, CAD/CAM software, CNC machining, Electronic systems troubleshooting, Cooling distribution units, Mechanical assembly, System integration, Data center hardware, Problem-solving, Teamwork, Safety procedures

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a skilled member with expertise in hardware engineering and testing to join the Global High Tech (GHT) R&D team in Naperville, IL as a Principal Lab Technician. The GHT team supports Ecolab’s Data Centers, Microelectronics, and Colloidal Technologies segments. In this role, you will lead laboratory activities supporting data center hardware design and development to help maintain a strong pipeline of products and platforms that address complex hardware challenges. What You Will Do Work closely with thermal and mechanical engineers to advance new designs from concept to validated hardware. Develop and execute lab tests, characterization plans, and validation procedures. Assist with mechanical and thermal assembly and integration of prototype systems, collaborating with engineering teams on enclosures, mounting, cabling, and other system‑level integration activities. Coordinate a varied workload, manage shifting priorities, and complete tasks within required timelines. Assemble and troubleshoot electronic systems for data centers, including CDUs (Cooling Distribution Units), pumps, sensors, and other electro‑mechanical hardware systems. Perform mechanical assembly, disassembly, and maintenance tasks Follow established safety procedures and provide guidance to the engineering team on proper practices. Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Science with 4 years of experience. Experience working with hardware systems for data centers. Hands‑on lab experience, including thermal/mechanical experimentation, data acquisition, soldering, rework, modifications, and repair of data center hardware. Experience designing and maintaining prototype test fixtures, jigs, and laboratory setups. Experience designing and fabricating hardware and assemblies using CAD/CAM software and CNC machining. Ability to lift 30 lbs. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of cooling technologies, cold plates, and cooling distribution units. Familiarity with servers, racks, and mechanical assembly processes for data center hardware. Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Understanding of industry standards and regulations related to cooling distribution units. Annual or Hourly Compensation Range The pay range for this position is $63,500.00 - $95,400.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws. Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here. Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to: - Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing. - Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Responsibilities

The Principal Lab Technician will lead laboratory activities to support the design, validation, and integration of data center hardware. This includes collaborating with engineers on thermal and mechanical systems, performing prototype assembly, and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical hardware.