Team Leader Thermal

Vertiv; Piove di Sacco; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Piove di Sacco, Italy, seeks a Team Leader Thermal to drive the thermal management projects. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering to design, analyze, and deliver high-performance cooling solutions for data centers.

The role emphasizes thermodynamics, NPDI adherence, and cost-aware execution. The candidate should have a Master’s in Mechanical/Energy Engineering, 10+ years in HVAC, and strong leadership with proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical/Energy Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in HVAC industry, preferably on similar projects.
• English – Intermediate level; strong problem-solving and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the project team for development of new products.
• Lead design of new products or re-engineer existing ones, collaborating with Marketing, Sales, Procurement and Industrial Engineering.
• Ensure NPDI process adherence and manage thermodynamic design and performance calculations.
• Deliver fast, customer-focused response on engineered to order projects.
• Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Thermodynamics

HVAC

Project management

English (Intermed)

Education

Master's in Mechanical/Energy Engineering

Tools

CAD

BOM software

Job description

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.

Job Description

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.

We are currently seeking a Team Leader Thermal to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy!

He/She will be part of the Thermal Management team within the Engineering Department. He/She will be mainly focused on the Direct Expansion products for Data Center cooling. He/She will play a crucial role in the design and development of our innovative products. He/She manages product development projects within the Engineering Department. He/She is responsible for project execution and coordinated management across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic business and organizational objectives.

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Coordinate the project team for the development of new products.
• Lead the design of new products or re-engineer existing ones, collaborating with Marketing, Sales Procurement and Industrial Engineering, being aware of the customer’s needs.
• Take operational responsibility for the thermodynamic design and performance calculations of assigned projects.
• Ensure that the project follows the NPDI process.
• Develop reporting and tracking programs to assure the project is on target for schedule and cost.
• Identify key issues and drive decisions to ensure that the project does not slip. Identify key risks and have a contingency plan.
• Communicate with other managers, upper management, or outside vendors and other plants, as required.
• Support product production transfer from and to other locations, interface with main center of expertise, understand and manage bill of materials.
• Deliver a fast and customer focused response on engineered to order projects, where a new solution is based on an existing and well-proven platform.
• Facilitate cross-functional planning and project execution.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary engineering team on global products focusing on high performance, cost effective design and market leading innovation.
• Approve and review product documentation (CAD drawings, specifications, bills of material, manuals).
• Meet objectives of cost, quality, environment and time of execution, achieving the best trade-off between market and internal customer needs.
• Analyze and resolve technical problems as regards products under his/her responsibility.
• Validate of HVAC components and system models with data laboratory tests.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all regions to enhance global designs.

What will make you successful?

• Master’s degree in Mechanical/Energy Engineering or a related fields.
• 10+ years of work experience in the HVAC industry, preferably on similar projects.
• Technical skills: good knowledge of thermodynamics and refrigeration principles are essential.
• Know-how of HVAC products, technical standards (i.e. CE, MD, PED, LVD, EMC) and manufacturing processes.
• English – Intermediate level – written and spoken.
• A high level of motivation combined with leadership abilities is required.
• Competences: result-oriented, team player, careful to details, flexible, attitude for teamwork.
• Initiative: Works independently and is highly motivated to initiate and accept new challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED10-20%

If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and ExecuteLead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

The anticipated salary range for this role in Italy is between 45.000€ to 70.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.

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 [e-mail] . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers