Technical Project Manager

Cooler Master USA; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days (15)

Paid holidays (11)

Sick leave (5)

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Employer-sponsored health plan options

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Cooler Master USA is seeking a proactive Technical Project Manager to lead cross-functional R&D projects from engineering validation through mass production in Fremont, CA. You will coordinate with global Tier 1 customers, R&D teams, and manufacturing facilities, driving risk management and stage-gate execution to ensure timely, high-quality liquid cooling solutions.

The role demands strong technical communication, hardware development familiarity, and the ability to translate customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, HVAC, or a related engineering field.
• 1+ years of technical project management, product development, or systems engineering experience; exposure to liquid cooling is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with hardware development cycles, manufacturing technologies (sheet metal, CNC, welding), and CAD tools (AutoCAD / Pro/E).
• Proficient in English and Mandarin (spoken and written) to engage with US teams, Asian plants, and Tier 1 clients.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Leadership: manage schedules, resources, and execution for liquid cooling product development to ensure on-time delivery.
• Customer & Technical Alignment: drive discussions with global clients to clarify specs and translate requirements into R&D roadmaps.
• Design & CSP Collaboration: participate in design-stage discussions with major CSP partners on thermal architectures and co-development.
• Gate Execution & NPI Oversight: manage stage-gates, feasibility studies, risk evaluations, and NPI from verification tests to mass production.
• Cross-Functional Integration: coordinate with R&D, manufacturing sites, and suppliers to resolve bottlenecks like welding and CNC machining.

Skills

Technical project management

Cross-functional coordination

Risk management

English and Mandarin

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Pro/E / Creo

Job description

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented team player will handle all the resources and coordination from a technical standpoint. You must set and achieve objectives, ensure both top quality and control of the project, handle client and vendor interaction, and act as the subject expert.

Hyperscale AI computing demands thermal solutions beyond air cooling limits. We are engineering high-efficiency liquid cooling architectures that power the most demanding hardware ecosystems. As we expand our presence in Silicon Valley, we are looking for a proactive, technical Technical Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional R&D projects from engineering validation straight to mass production.

Conductor of Liquid Cooling Innovation

Position Overview

Are you a natural communicator who bridges technical complexity with flawless execution? In this role, you will be the central nexus connecting global Tier 1 customers, R&D teams, and manufacturing facilities. You won't just track schedules—you will manage technical risks, oversee stage-gate progress, and drive the seamless execution of liquid cooling product lifecycles.

Why Join Us?

• Frontline AI Impact: Direct ownership of high-wattage liquid cooling projects powering the next generation of AI datacenters.
• Global Career Growth: Bridge U.S. market engagement with global manufacturing capabilities in a fast-growing, high-visibility role.
• Agile & Driven Team: Collaborate with world-class engineers committed to pushing the boundaries of thermal design.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Leadership: Lead and synchronize liquid cooling product development projects, overseeing schedule management, resource allocation, and execution to guarantee on-time delivery.
• Customer & Technical Alignment: Drive technical discussions with global clients to clarify system specs, address engineering challenges, and translate customer requirements into actionable R&D roadmaps.
• Design & CSP Collaboration: Actively participate in design-stage discussions, engaging directly with major CSP (Cloud Service Provider) partners on advanced thermal architectures and system co-development.
• Gate Execution & NPI Oversight: Manage product stage-gates, technical feasibility studies, risk evaluations, and NPI processes (from engineering verification tests to mass production readiness).
• Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with R&D, manufacturing sites, and suppliers to resolve bottlenecks in production processes (e.g., metal welding, sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, HVAC, or a related engineering field.
• Experience: 1+ years of technical project management, product development, or systems engineering experience (Prior exposure to liquid cooling, thermal modules, or NPI product workflows is a strong plus).
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with hardware development cycles, manufacturing technologies (e.g., sheet metal, CNC, welding), and CAD tools (AutoCAD / Pro/E) to effectively communicate with engineering units.
• Language Proficiency: Proficient in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written) to seamlessly engage with local U.S. teams, Asian manufacturing plants, and Tier 1 clients.
• Key Competencies: Excellent cross-functional coordination, problem-solving skills, accountability, and the resilience to thrive in a high-velocity environment.

Employment type: Full Time

Location: On-site at Fremont, CA

• Starting with 15 paid vacation days in the first year
• 11 paid corporate holidays + 5 bonus holidays
• 5 paid sick leave days per year
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Advanced health plan options with employer-subsidized out-of-pocket premiums
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

For Pay Transparency-Compensation Description (Annually)

• The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $100,000 - $170,000 annually.
• Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Disclaimer

Our goal is to be an industry leader while providing an exceptional workplace. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed; it is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or modify duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (E.E.O.).