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R&D Product Development Engineer

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R&D Product Development Engineer

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Anderson, SC, USA

In-Office

Junior

Hardware • Software • Analytics

The Role

Designs and develops busway products, including product specifications, 3D models, 2D drawings, prototypes, BOMs, and documentation. Coordinates supplier engagement, testing, certification, product risk assessments, and engineering changes. Applies manufacturing, assembly, environmental, safety, and regulatory standards while collaborating with marketing, sales, offering management, and internal teams. Requires engineering design experience in manufacturing, CAD proficiency, and knowledge of PLM, GD&T, DFMEA, PFMEA, and design-for-manufacturing principles.

Summary Generated by Built In

Vertiv is seeking a dynamic R&D Product Development Engineer in Anderson, SC to contribute to the innovation and enhancement of our Busway product line. As a Product Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our offerings in the industry. Your expertise will help drive the design, development, and support the successful launch of new products, ensuring they meet market demands, industry standards, and customer needs. The role will include frequent interaction with the Offering Management, Marketing, Sales teams, and other internal departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define product specifications, features, and functionalities, while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

• Develop product designs in accordance with Product Standards (for example, IEC61439 & UL857).

• 3D modelling and 2D drafting of product designs.

• Align with the culture of innovation within the product development team, that encourages creative thinking and idea generation.

• Work closely with external suppliers and partners to source components and materials.

• Adherence to the department's NPDI process and completion of relevant documentation.

• Stay current with technological advancements and industry developments, applying relevant knowledge to enhance

• product offerings.

• Build prototypes to support the development of product design.

• Coordinate testing for development and certification accordingly.

• Follow the Engineering change process for existing products.

• Demonstrate Ethics and Integrity.

• Product Risk Assessment through DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)

• Organization of drawings and documentation for efficient reference.

• Timely, accurate responses to requests for design information and drawings.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/design technology or equivalent, combination of education & experience

• Proficiency in 3D modelling using SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA or equivalent 3D design package

• 3D modeling, 2D drafting (first angle and Third angle projection), GD&T (Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerancing).

• Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) software, and other relevant software applications.

• Strong organization skills, and ability to work & multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Time management Skills.

• Excellent written & verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be action & detail-oriented with strong problem resolution, analysis, & decision-making skills.

• Must be motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to interact seamlessly with other departments and be comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 2+ years of experience in R&D Design within a fast pace manufacturing environment.

• Experience on 3D modeling, 2D drawing, BOM creation.

• Experience designing mild steel sheet welded assemblies, extruded/injection molded plastic parts and assemblies.

• Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturing), DFA (Design for Assembly) & DFE (Design for Environment).

• Knowledge of Process flow, PFMEA, Control plan, Standard Operating Procedure preparation.

• Experience in UL857 or busbar products design, test and validation is highly desirable.

• Experience with power distribution applications and/or the data center industry is advantageous.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Smartsheet, and other business applications are desirable.

• Demonstrated competence in communication and problem-solving.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

10%

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

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

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, design technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency with 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or equivalent
Experience with 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and BOM creation
Knowledge of GD&T, including first-angle and third-angle projection
Proficiency with product lifecycle management software and relevant business applications
At least 2 years of R&D design experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Experience designing mild steel sheet welded assemblies and extruded or injection-molded plastic parts and assemblies
Knowledge of DFM, DFA, and DFE principles
Knowledge of process flow, PFMEA, control plans, and standard operating procedure preparation
Strong organization, time management, communication, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Experience with UL857 or busbar product design, testing, and validation
Experience with power distribution applications or the data center industry
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with Smartsheet and other business applications

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.

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.
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.
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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The Company

HQ: Columbus, OH

8,435 Employees

Year Founded: 2016

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.