Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Vertiv; Burnfoot; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in critical infrastructure solutions is hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Burnfoot, Ireland, to design mechanical components for Low Voltage Switchgear. This role involves leadership in design initiatives, collaboration across global teams, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mechanical design, preferably with LV switchgear, and proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Benefits

Global impact on power systems

Innovation-driven culture

Career growth with international projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or higher.
• 5+ years’ experience in mechanical design, LV switchgear experience is a strong plus.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components for LV Switchgear.
• Lead design initiatives from concept to production.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers.
• Mentor junior engineers and support products improvement.

Skills

Design and develop copper busbars and sheet metal parts

Leadership skills

Collaborative work with cross-functional teams

Expertise in SolidWorks

Expertise in AutoCAD

Hands-on experience with copper/sheet metal design and tooling

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

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Burnfoot, Ireland

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Posted:

17.08.2025

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01.10.2025

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – LV Switchgear
Burnfoot, Ireland | Vertiv | Full-time

Vertiv is a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, and our team in Burnfoot, Ireland is setting the standard in Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear. We design the most compact, type-tested powerboard assemblies on the market — and now, we're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to help us lead the next phase of innovation.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – LV Switchgear
Burnfoot, Ireland | Vertiv | Full-time

Vertiv is a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, and our team in Burnfoot, Ireland is setting the standard in Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear. We design the most compact, type-tested powerboard assemblies on the market — and now, we're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to help us lead the next phase of innovation.

What You’ll Do

Design and develop copper busbars and sheet metal parts for cutting-edge LV Switchgear.

Lead mechanical design initiatives from concept through to production across global sites.

Collaborate with product managers, electrical engineers, and global manufacturing teams.

Drive best practices in design, documentation, and change control processes.

Mentor junior engineers and support continuous product improvement.

What You’ll Bring

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Bachelor's or higher).

5+ years’ experience in mechanical design – LV switchgear experience a strong plus.

Expertise in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and mechanical CAD systems.

Hands-on experience with copper/sheet metal design and tooling.

Strong communication and leadership skills.

Why Join Vertiv?

Global impact – Your designs will support critical power systems worldwide.

Innovation-driven culture – Be part of a team that shapes the future of power distribution.

Career growth – Work with experienced engineers and gain exposure to international projects.

Hybrid office + occasional factory floor involvement
Very occasional travel required

Apply today to power a more connected and resilient world with Vertiv.