Engineering Manager (Single Phase UPS)

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.  With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

We are currently seeking an Engineering Manager (Single Phase UPS) to join our dynamic team in Zagreb, Croatia!

Join Vertiv as an Engineering Manager for our Single-Phase UPS Engineering Department and be at the forefront of designing the next generation of electrical energy systems for data centers and industrial applications. This is your chance to work on innovative, high-impact projects for some of the biggest IT companies worldwide. The data center power system infrastructure market is rapidly growing, evolving, driven by advancements in AI, high-performance computing, and sustainability requirements. 

What kind of work will you be doing?

The Engineering Manager is an expert in their field and within the organization. The Engineering Manager manages the lead engineers and individual contributors and is responsible for the success of design and development projects for Single-Phase UPS products. The Engineering Manager takes responsibility for the identification, planning, and execution of design projects in support of Vertiv’s global Lines of Business. The Engineering Manager is responsible for defining projects, negotiating priorities, scheduling tasks, and reporting to senior leadership on progress for a team of Electrical, Software, Mechanical, and Test Engineers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles, experience with AC power, UPS, systems engineering background, an understanding of printed circuit board design and development, and experience in developing and managing a high-performing team.

What you'll do? As a team manager, your responsibilities include: 

• Provide technical leadership to internal Vertiv functions - marketing, sales, application engineering, customer technical support and service, and manufacturing
• Bring extensive experience as well as new ideas and technologies to the table to drive innovation and reliability
• Responsible for managing the team’s day-to-day responsibilities and reporting status
• Assign priorities to the team and assist them with escalating issues and solving problems
• Oversee the lab and Test engineers who support the products
• Review and track engineering budget for their group
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of electrical and system engineers and technicians

Qualifications:

• Technical team management experience
• 10+ years of product development or support for electrical products
• Strong knowledge of full product design cycle and engineering disciplines such as:
  • Electrical circuit design and PCB layout. 
  • Power systems up to 20KW, analog sensors, digital comm
  • Firmware, Embedded, DSP
  • Mechanical 3D modeling, sheet metal, plastics, vendor selections
  • Testing, prototype DVT testing, regulatory and safety
• Ability to organize and schedule team activities
• Engineering software and systems familiarity such as Oracle, Agile, CREO, Mentor Graphics, etc. 
• Excellent planning, organizing, and communication skills
• Ability to successfully communicate and articulate complex topics to a broad range of people
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional Global Development Teams
• 100% fluent in English, with strong people skills - motivation and conflict resolution
• Some International travel required – 10% 

What do we offer?

• Access to internal training and external development opportunities
• Coverage of public transportation costs
• UNIQA supplementary health insurance for added security
• Special occasion bonuses (Easter, Christmas, performance-based rewards, and child-related bonuses)
• Free annual health check-up to support your well-being (Croatia Osiguranje)
• Opportunity to sign up for a Multisport card for an active lifestyle
• Fresh fruit delivered 2 times per week for a healthy start to the week
• Referral bonuses as a thank-you for helping us grow our team
• Financial support for new parents with a non-taxable baby bonus
• Assistance in difficult times with a non-taxable allowance for the loss of an immediate family member
• Professional development through mentorship and training
• International teams and dynamic environment
• Contribution to projects of high technical complexity with modern technical challenges
• Full creative and professional freedom
• Flexible working hours
• Positive, casual, friendly, team-based working atmosphere
• Focus on competence development

If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career into a healthy and growing environment!

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

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Croatia or EMEA. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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