Mechanical Design Engineer – MV Switchgear

Vertiv; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Abu Dhabi seeks a Mechanical Engineer – Design (MV Switchgear) to drive detailed mechanical design of MV switchgear panels and assemblies, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability and IEC compliance. You will develop GA drawings, fabrication drawings and detailed part drawings, and coordinate with electrical and production teams.

Responsibilities include thermal/ventilation design, assembly feasibility, cost optimization and support for FAT and NCR resolution, with 4–8 years’

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 4–8 years of experience in switchgear, panel boards or sheet metal enclosures.
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication, and IEC 62271 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design sheet metal enclosures, panel structures, and mounting layouts for MV switchgear.
• Create GA drawings, fabrication drawings and detailed part drawings.
• Ensure IEC 62271 enclosure, IP, internal arc and mechanical strength compliance.
• Perform structural checks and support short‑circuit mechanical requirements.
• Coordinate with electrical team for temperature rise and ventilation paths.
• Support manufacturing, FAT prep and NCR resolution.

Skills

Sheet metal design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

IEC 62271

Fabrication processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Vertiv Abu Dhabi seeks a Mechanical Engineer – Design (MV Switchgear) to drive detailed mechanical design of MV switchgear panels and assemblies, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability and IEC compliance. You will develop GA drawings, fabrication drawings and detailed part drawings, and coordinate with electrical and production teams.

Responsibilities include thermal/ventilation design, assembly feasibility, cost optimization and support for FAT and NCR resolution, with 4–8 years’