Electrical Design Engineer

Job Overview: 

 We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team at Vertiv. The successful candidate will lead the analysis, design, and optimization of electrical power systems and infrastructure for data center environments, ensuring system reliability, code compliance, and continuous operation of mission‑critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design and execution for assigned projects, from initial concept through final commissioning.
• Develop and review electrical power system designs, including UPS, DC power systems, switchgear, switchboards, generators, transformers, and power distribution.
• Design and evaluate electrical protection schemes, grounding systems, automated transfer schemes, and control systems utilizing PLCs and protective relays.
• Perform and review electrical calculations, equipment sizing, load analysis, and standby generator sizing.
• Develop and review single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of material (BOMs), equipment specifications, and construction documentation.
• Coordinate with internal engineering disciplines, project management, contractors, consultants, vendors, and customers to ensure successful project execution.
• Provide technical oversight for engineering design packages, equipment submittals, integration activities, and construction documentation.
• Support installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable electrical codes, customer specifications, Vertiv standards, and project requirements.
• Identify opportunities for design optimization, standardization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and engineering support to junior and intermediate-level engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive electrical engineering experience, preferably in data center infrastructure, mission-critical facilities, or industrial power systems.
• Extensive knowledge of low-voltage switchgear, switchboards, UPS systems, DC power systems, generators, and electrical distribution.
• Strong understanding of electrical protection, grounding, control schemes, and power system design.
• Experience with electrical calculations, equipment sizing, load analysis, and technical design reviews.
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to interpret customer specifications, electrical drawings, and equipment documentation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Modbus, TCP/IP, RS-485, and Ethernet communications.
• Strong technical leadership, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead engineering assignments, manage priorities, and mentor other engineers.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Travel Requirements

Approximately 5–10%, depending on project requirements.

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]