Sr. Electrical Engineer

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Electrical Engineer for SFA (Special Feature Authorization) and ETO (Engineering to Order) will independently execute the design and release of customized chiller solutions. Working within a dynamic, cross-functional development group, this role requires managing a variety of complex tasks and leveraging advanced engineering ingenuity to solve problems where no precedent exists.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the electrical customization of chillers as laid out by complex customer specifications.
• Design electrical panels and integrate a wide variety of components, including screw and centrifugal compressors, fans, ATS, UPS, inverters, and active filters.
• Perform electrical cable sizing, fuse selection, and power distribution design for systems operating between 380V and 480V (50/60Hz), as well as 24V control circuits.
• Ensure all electrical designs and modifications strictly comply with relevant standards for industrial chillers and control panels, specifically UL508A, UL60335-2, NFPA 70, and IEEE519.
• Create, review, and approve electrical schematics and CAD models to verify design intent and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate across the disciplines of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and process engineering, as well as with production and offering teams.
• Provide regular, hands-on support to the manufacturing floor to resolve production issues, oversee electrical panel assembly, and ensure design intent is met during production.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Job Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in an electrical engineering field.
• Advanced understanding of electrical design principles, power distribution, and control systems.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical standards and regulations applicable to industrial HVAC equipment (UL508A, UL60335-2, NFPA 70, IEEE519).
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and thermodynamics.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate effectively within a dynamic team.
• Willingness to offer and receive constructive criticism, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated history of successfully delivering complex, customized products or solutions to market.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High proficiency in electrical design software (Creo / Creo Schematics and EPlan highly preferred).
• Advanced experience with PLM systems, specifically Oracle Agile and Windchill (BOM management and change order release).
• Experience in an HVAC-related engineering field; direct experience with data center chillers and their specific electrical demands is highly preferred.
• Extensive experience working closely with associates in manufacturing engineering and production roles to resolve floor issues and panel wiring challenges.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing limitations regarding electrical enclosures and component layout.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or a related degree from an accredited college or university.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged sitting and computer use in an office setting.
• Frequent walking and standing (e.g., regularly visiting the manufacturing line to support production, inspect electrical panels and physical units, and evaluate complex technical issues).
• Frequent bending, stooping, or kneeling (when reviewing chiller configurations on the manufacturing floor).
• Light Lifting (up to 25 lbs).

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Split between a standard office environment and frequent exposure to the manufacturing floor.
• Protective Equipment Required when on the manufacturing floor (earplugs, gloves, safety eyewear, cut-resistant sleeves).

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

• Minima, less than 10%
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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

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