Electrical Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop electrical systems for Solid State Transfer Switch (STS) products in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, interconnection drawings, BOMs, and engineering documentation using electrical CAD tools.
• Select and qualify electrical components such as SCRs, MCCBs, contactors, transformers, fuses, busbars, current transformers, voltage sensing circuits, relays, power supplies, and auxiliary devices.
• Perform electrical calculations including cable sizing, busbar sizing, power loss, thermal analysis, short-circuit withstand verification, and protection coordination.
• Support product design verification and validation through functional, thermal, dielectric, EMC, and reliability testing.
• Ensure product compliance with applicable standards such as UL 1008S, UL 508A, IEC 60947, IEC 62040, and other relevant international standards.
• Investigate product issues, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Firmware, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to achieve design objectives and improve manufacturability.
• Provide engineering support for prototype builds, pilot production, manufacturing, and field issue resolution.
• Drive cost reduction, value engineering, component lifecycle management, and alternate part qualification activities.
• Prepare engineering change requests (ECR/ECO) and maintain design documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support certification activities by coordinating with regulatory agencies and test laboratories.
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA, risk assessments, and technical discussions with internal stakeholders and customers.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Engineering in Electronics / Electricals.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Electrical Engineer role.
• Customer oriented and availability to travel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Must have good planning, organizing, documentation and communication skills.
• Must be able to lead and coordinate project tasks with other engineering teams globally.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with Solid State Transfer Switch (STS) or Static Switch design. 
• Knowledge of thermal management and power electronics. 
• Knowledge of CE, UL & CAS standards.
• Experience in EMC/EMI compliance and testing. 
• Understanding of DFMEA, PFMEA, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Serviceability (DFS). 
• Exposure to ERP/PLM systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Agile. 
• Knowledge of simulation tools such as ETAP, MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, or equivalent is an advantage

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Standing and Walking: The role requires frequent standing and walking around the production floor while assembly of proto units and training sessions.
• Manual Dexterity: Occasional use of hands and fingers to handle or feel products, tools, or controls, especially during product testing and reviews.
• Lifting: The ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds may be required.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus are necessary for inspecting product assembly and detecting defects.
• Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, machinery sounds, and communication from team members in a noisy production environment.
• Manufacturing Environment: The position is based in a manufacturing setting with exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and occasional loud noise.
• Temperature Variations: Exposure to varying temperatures within the assembly area, which may include non-climate-controlled spaces.
• Protective Equipment: Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Gloves, and Ear Protection may be required.
• Travel of >20%. may be required to supplier sites, customer locations, or other company facilities.

 

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.