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Vertiv

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Associate Mechanical Engineer

Vertiv · Westerville, Ohio, United States

Full-timeOn site2-5 yrsListed as no visa sponsorshipAppliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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In short

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the physical and thermal system design of new products from concept through to launch. They will create mechanical parts and assemblies, manage bills of materials, and coordinate performance testing to ensure optimal product operation.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

Mechanical designThermal system designCADCreoSolid EdgeBill of materialsPrototype buildsTroubleshooting

ALSO MENTIONED

Mechanical EngineeringThermal SystemsProduct DevelopmentCADCreoSolid EdgeSolid WorksBill of MaterialsSheetmetalPiping

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent field. Proficiency in mechanical CAD tools and strong troubleshooting skills are required to solve complex technical problems.

About the employer

Vertiv

The world depends on data we power and cool™

Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments.

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As businesses, industries, and communities become more connected, we pioneer and deliver end-to-end power and cooling technologies to help our customers stay resilient, optimized, and future-ready. With our industry-leading innovative technologies and global services network, we are fueling the revolution of the digital world - keeping technology ecosystems running efficiently and without interruption. Vertiv is supercharging data’s potential; accelerating the pace of technology, raising the bar for accelerated compute and redefining the limits of densification. The world depends on data we power and cool™

INDUSTRY
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
COMPANY
Public Company
HEADQUARTERS
Columbus, OH
SIZE
10,001+on LinkedIn
OFFICES
30 on LinkedIn
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Thermal ManagementIT ManagementPower ManagementUnified InfrastructureSoftwareServices and Consulting

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Questions about this role

Is this Vertiv role remote?
Tagged on site.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 2-5 years.

The posting, in full

Job 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.

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Job 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.

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 performance 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, Solid Works.
  • Experience with Sheetmetal, 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.

Time Travel Needed:

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

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.

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