Job Title: Senior Product Development Engineer – Liquid Cooling for Front-End I/O Connectors

Location: Markham, ON

Department: Engineering

Salary Range: $85,000 – $140,000 annually (base salary)

Position Overview

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of liquid‑cooling solutions for front‑end I/O connectors that will power the next generation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) platforms.

Key Responsibilities

- Architect and develop liquid cooling plates optimized for high‑density front‑end I/O connector applications.
- Engineer microchannel structures, cold plate geometries, and flow path configurations to maximize thermal efficiency and minimize pressure drop.
- Select and integrate materials compatible with high‑performance thermal transfer and long‑term reliability in data center environments.
- Collaborate with connector design teams to ensure seamless mechanical integration and manufacturability.
- Define and execute thermal performance testing, including heat dissipation, flow rate analysis, and environmental stress testing.
- Validate cooling plate designs against industry standards and customer‑specific requirements.
- Work with internal labs and external partners to ensure robust qualification and certification processes.
- Lead cross‑functional development projects from concept through production.
- Manage timelines, deliverables, and resource coordination to meet program milestones.
- Track and report progress using structured project management tools and methodologies.
- Serve as a technical liaison with key customers to understand requirements and deliver exceptional support.




- Represent Amphenol’s commitment to exceptional customer experience through proactive communication, technical presentations, and issue resolution.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in product development, preferably in thermal management or connector technologies.
- Robust proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and thermal simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, FloTHERM).
- Proven experience in project management and cross‑functional collaboration.
- Excellent communication skills and customer‑facing experience.

Preferred Skills

- Familiarity with high‑speed I/O connector standards and applications.
- Experience in AI/ML hardware environments or data center infrastructure.
- Knowledge of fluid dynamics, heat exchanger design, and materials used in liquid cooling systems.

Benefits

- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and travel insurance coverage.
- Health Care Spending Account for additional financial support for health‑related expenses.
- Company‑supported pension plan.
- Progressive employee incentive plans.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Company Recreation Club offering activities, draws, summer BBQs, holiday parties, and more.

Compensation Information: The base salary range for this position is $85,000 - $140,000 annually. The total rewards package includes participation in comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, short/long‑term disability, and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Amphenol is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disabled / Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity / National Origin.

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📌 Senior Product Development Engineer – Liquid Cooling (Markham)
🏢 Amphenol Communications Solutions
📍 Markham