Graduate Electrical Engineer

Vertiv Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Rotations

Training programs

Career development

Job summary

Vertiv in Sydney invites recent graduates to join the PAVE program, a 12-month engineering and technical development journey. You will rotate across engineering, services, and product applications, supported by mentorship from seasoned engineers and hands-on learning with Vertiv's critical infrastructure solutions.

Your rotations cover data centers, power, cooling, and customer projects, building both technical depth and business understanding.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or up to two years of work experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Electronics or Mechatronics engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured 12-month development journey with training and mentorship.
• Engage in rotational assignments across engineering, services, and applications.
• Contribute to projects that power data centers and critical infrastructure.

Skills

Recent graduates

Strong technical aptitude

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics

Job description

Description

Vertiv Early Career Development Program

Location: Sydney

Program Duration: 12 Months

Start Date: January / February 2027

Build Your Future with Vertiv

The Program for Aspiring Vertiv Engineers (PAVE) is Vertiv Asia's flagship early-career development program designed to develop the next generation of engineering and technical professionals.

As a PAVE Associate (Technical Track), you will participate in a structured 12-month development journey combining technical training, project exposure, mentorship, rotational assignments, and hands-on learning across Vertiv's portfolio of critical infrastructure solutions.

Participants will develop both technical depth and business understanding while gaining valuable exposure to technologies that power data centers, communication networks, and industrial environments around the world.

What You Will Experience

Phase 1: Foundations

Build a strong understanding of:

• Data center infrastructure fundamentals
• Critical power and thermal management solutions
• Industry trends and emerging technologies
• Vertiv's products, services, and solutions
• Technical and professional skills

Phase 2: Applied Learning

Gain practical experience through:

• Engineering assignments
• Technical solution development
• Project support activities
• Customer and field exposure
• Cross-functional collaboration

Phase 3: Business Acumen

Develop broader business knowledge through:

• Customer requirements analysis
• Project lifecycle management
• Commercial and operational fundamentals
• Understanding how technical solutions support business outcomes

Phase 4: Specialization

Deepen your expertise through:

• Advanced technical assignments
• Technical certifications and specialized learning
• Business-sponsored capstone project
• Final role assessment and placement

Rotational Exposure

Depending on business needs and development plans, participants may gain exposure across:

• Engineering
• Technical Sales Support / Pre-Sales
• Technical Services
• Service Delivery
• Project Management
• Product Applications
• Commissioning & Start-Up Support
• Customer Technical Support

Through these rotations, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of Vertiv's solutions and how they are designed, implemented, and supported throughout the customer lifecycle.

Key Development Opportunities

• Structured 12-month development program
• Product and solutions training
• Hands-on project participation
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and technical leaders
• Customer site and project exposure
• Executive and leadership interactions
• Professional development opportunities
• Regional networking opportunities

Who We Are Looking For

• Recent graduates or candidates with up to two years of work experience
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Curiosity and passion for innovation
• Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Interest in critical infrastructure and emerging technologies

Why Join Vertiv?

At Vertiv, we power and cool the technologies that drive the world's most critical applications.

As demand for AI, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, Vertiv remains at the forefront of one of the world's fastest-growing industries.

Through PAVE, you will gain practical experience, mentorship, and career development opportunities while contributing to innovative solutions that support data centers, communication networks, and mission-critical environments worldwide.

Program Outcome

Participants will be assessed throughout the program based on:

• Technical capability
• Performance and results
• Learning agility
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Leadership potential

Successful participants may be placed into permanent engineering, technical services, project management, or technical sales roles aligned with both business needs and demonstrated strengths.

Join us and build a meaningful career with a global leader in critical digital infrastructure.