Engineer I (Mechanical Engineering)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mechanical Engineer supports new product development for the company’s Thermal global products.  The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the physical design and/or thermal system design of new products.  This engineer must be a practical hands-on type of engineer who can start with an abstract concept and see it through to product launch.  This position will support lab testing on 2nd shift.  Normal working hours will be approximately 11am to 8pm. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates/modifies mechanical Parts/Assemblies/drawings in CAD systems, such as Creo and/or Solid Edge.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials and unit configurator logic to select the correct BOM’s based on options selected by the customer. 
• Works with Marketing, Manufacturing, Service, and Quality to understand their requirements to design a product that best meets all of their needs.
• Assist with prototype builds by providing technical support and providing guidance when issues arise. 
• Gather feedback from prototype builds and field trials and implement appropriate improvements to the product.
• Understands the products, suggest ideas and improvements.
• Assists with troubleshooting of escalated or re-occurring field issues.
• Coordinate testing in the lab.
• Analyze test data, diagnose issues and determine changes to improve performance.
• Thermal system modeling to determine performance and correct part selection.
• Determine controls routines needed to make system operate optimally and to meet customer requirements.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Basic working knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts, products, and safety. 
• Basic mechanical CAD tools experience- Solid Edge, Creo (preferred), Solid Works. 
• Experience with sheet metal, piping, and assemblies is a plus.
• Data-entry systems familiarity - Oracle, Agile, etc.  
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve (and prevent) a wide range of problems quickly and methodically. 
• Detail oriented. 
• Excellent planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional global development teams.  

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work in the lab or production facility to diagnose and solve problems.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Regular local travel between Office/Lab/production facilities and minimal travel (<5%) to customer sites. 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.