JOB SUMMARY:
The R&D Product Development Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and launch of new busway and power distribution products that meet market demands and comply with industry standards (UL 857, IEC 61439). This role requires a strong electrical engineering background with emphasis on power distribution systems, electrical ratings, and product certification testing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Define product electrical specifications, features, and functionalities while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards
- Develop product designs per Product Standards (UL 857, IEC 61439), including electrical ratings, current-carrying capacity, and thermal performance
- Perform electrical calculations and model simulations including voltage drop, impedance, temperature rise, power loss & efficiencies, thermal dissipation models, and short-circuit withstand ratings
- Support 3D modeling and 2D drafting efforts in coordination with the design team
- Encourage creative thinking and innovation within the team
- Work with external suppliers and partners to source electrical components and materials (busbars, insulators, connectors, conductors)
- Adhere to the NPDI process and complete relevant documentation
- Stay current with technological advancements in power distribution, data center infrastructure, and industry developments
- Build and evaluate prototypes to support product design development and validate electrical performance
- Support thermal, short-circuit, and dielectric testing for development and UL/IEC certification
- Follow Engineering Change process for existing products
- Demonstrate Ethics and Integrity
- Conduct/Participate in Product Risk Assessment through DFMEA
- Engage with mechanical engineers to review electrical aspects of the product design, create electric diagrams, etc.
- Organize drawings, test reports, and documentation for efficient reference
- Provide timely, accurate responses to requests for design and engineering information
- Provide customer-facing electrical engineering support for analysis, troubleshooting, and resolution of highly technical busway and electrical distribution field issues.
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline
- Fundamental understanding of power distribution principles (voltage, current, impedance, power factor, thermal management)
- Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, UL, IEC)
- Familiarity with 3D modeling and 2D drafting tools (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent)
- Proficiency in PLM software
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written & verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Action & detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Self-motivated, able to work independently or as part of a team
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- 2+ years of R&D or product development experience in power distribution, switchgear, or electrical equipment manufacturing
- Experience with electrical system design, conductor sizing, and thermal analysis
- Knowledge of DFM, DFA, and DFE principles as applied to electrical assemblies
- Knowledge of Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SOP preparation
- Experience coordinating product testing and certification with third-party labs (UL, CSA, or equivalent)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, and other business applications
- Demonstrated competence in communication and problem-solving
HIGHLY DESIRABLE
- Experience with UL 857 (busway) standard — thermal testing, short-circuit testing, and certification process
- Experience with busbar/busway product design, including current-carrying conductors (copper and aluminum)
- Competence in Circuit Breaker & Fused Switches performance and specifications.
- Familiarity with power distribution applications and/or data center industry for both AC & DC applications
- Knowledge of related standards: UL 98, UL 489, UL 4248, NEC Article 368 & other relevant UL & NEC standards.
- Experience with high-current electrical connections, torque specifications, and contact resistance
About Us
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
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related discipline
- Fundamental understanding of power distribution principles, including voltage, current, impedance, power factor, and thermal management
- Knowledge of electrical codes and standards, including NEC, UL, and IEC
- Familiarity with 3D modeling and 2D drafting tools such as SolidWorks Electrical or AutoCAD Electrical
- Proficiency in PLM software
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- At least 2 years of R&D or product development experience in power distribution, switchgear, or electrical equipment manufacturing
- Experience with electrical system design, conductor sizing, and thermal analysis
- Knowledge of DFM, DFA, and DFE principles applied to electrical assemblies
- Knowledge of Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SOP preparation
- Experience coordinating product testing and certification with third-party laboratories such as UL or CSA
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, and other business applications
- Demonstrated competence in communication and problem-solving
- Experience with UL 857 busway thermal testing, short-circuit testing, and certification
- Experience with busbar or busway product design using copper and aluminum conductors
- Knowledge of circuit breaker and fused switch performance and specifications
- Familiarity with AC and DC power distribution applications and the data center industry
- Knowledge of UL 98, UL 489, UL 4248, NEC Article 368, and related standards
- Experience with high-current electrical connections, torque specifications, and contact resistance
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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.
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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.
