Brief Job Description:
The Associate Test Engineer will support the engineering test activities for Vertiv’s single phase UPS line of business. Acts as the local Delaware, OH Single Phase UPS lab resident by organizing equipment, setting up and performing tests, and reporting findings. They will mainly support new product development and sustaining test activities.
Responsibilities:
- Sets up and performs tests requested by product engineers.
- Assist with assembly of prototype units
- Organizes and maintains a safe, clean, productive lab space.
- Performs product tear downs and technical analysis down to the PCB level.
- Reports findings in an organized manner.
Requirements:
- Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 3-5 years test engineering experience with electrical-based products OR Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 2-3 years test engineering experience with electrical-based products.
- Basic working knowledge in power/electrical engineering; AC and DC power <20kVA circuits, microprocessor and sensor interfacing, firmware interfacing, DC batteries, connectors/wire harnesses.
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and identification of components.
- Strong engineering troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve (and prevent) a wide range of problems quickly and methodically.
- Ability to operate in an electrical testing lab environment safely and successfully.
- Very strong planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional global development teams.
Physical & Environmental Demands:
- Ability to lift to 50-75 lbs (23-34 kg) and team lift to 100-150 lbs (45-68 kg).
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• High-Performance Culture
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
VERTIV 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
• Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 [email protected]
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, plus 3–5 years of test engineering experience with electrical-based products
- Alternatively, bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, plus 2–3 years of test engineering experience with electrical-based products
- Basic working knowledge of power and electrical engineering, including AC/DC circuits up to 20 kVA
- Knowledge of microprocessor and sensor interfacing, firmware interfacing, DC batteries, connectors, and wire harnesses
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and identify components
- Strong engineering troubleshooting skills and methodical problem-solving ability
- Ability to work safely and effectively in an electrical testing laboratory
- Strong planning, organization, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work within cross-functional global development teams
- Ability to lift 50–75 pounds and team lift 100–150 pounds
Vertiv Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vertiv and has not been reviewed or approved by Vertiv.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with standard medical, dental, and vision plans plus wellness and mental-health resources. Core offerings also include disability and life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes paid holidays and PTO typical of large employers, and many U.S. salaried roles feature flexible or "unlimited" PTO approaches. These programs are part of a structured, global total rewards framework.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair at start for many office-based, engineering, and field service roles, and total compensation packages are viewed as stable. In some hourly manufacturing settings, overtime opportunities help boost overall earnings.
Vertiv Insights
What We Do
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to ensure its customers’ vital applications run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs approximately 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. For more information, and for the latest news and content from Vertiv, visit Vertiv.com.
