Associate Mechanical Engineer

Vertiv; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in the United States is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support new product development for Thermal global products. The role focuses on physical and thermal system design, turning abstract concepts into launched products while working hands-on in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities include CAD modeling in Creo/Solid Edge, BOM management, and collaboration with Marketing, Manufacturing, Service and Quality to meet requirements. Travel is local to facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Basic working knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts, products and safety.
• Basic mechanical CAD tools experience- Solid Edge, Creo, Solid Works.
• Experience with Sheetmetal, piping and assemblies is a plus.
• Data-entry systems familiarity - Oracle, Agile, etc.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve (and prevent) a wide range of problems quickly and methodically.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional global development teams.

Responsibilities

• Creates/modifies mechanical Parts/Assemblies/drawings in CAD systems, such as Creo and/or Solid Edge.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials and unit configurator logic to select the correct BOM’s based on options selected by the customer.
• Works with Marketing, Manufacturing, Service and Quality to understand their requirements to design a product that best meets all of their needs.
• Assist with prototype builds by providing technical support and providing guidance when issues arise.
• Gather feedback from prototype builds and field trials and implement appropriate improvements to the product.
• Understands the products, suggest ideas and improvements.
• Assists with troubleshooting of escalated or re-occurring field issues.
• Coordinate performance testing in the lab.
• Analyze test data, diagnose issues and determine changes to improve performance.
• Thermal system modeling to determine performance and correct part selection.
• Determine controls routines needed to make system operate optimally and to meet customer requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Detail oriented

Planning & documentation

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

Creo

Solid Works

Sheetmetal

Piping

Oracle

Agile

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mechanical Engineer supports new product development for the company’s Thermal global products. The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the physical design and/or thermal system design of new products. This engineer must be a practical hands‑on type of engineer who can start with an abstract concept and see it through to product launch.

Responsibilities

• Creates/modifies mechanical Parts/Assemblies/drawings in CAD systems, such as Creo and/or Solid Edge.
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials and unit configurator logic to select the correct BOM’s based on options selected by the customer.
• Works with Marketing, Manufacturing, Service and Quality to understand their requirements to design a product that best meets all of their needs.
• Assist with prototype builds by providing technical support and providing guidance when issues arise.
• Gather feedback from prototype builds and field trials and implement appropriate improvements to the product.
• Understands the products, suggest ideas and improvements.
• Assists with troubleshooting of escalated or re-occurring field issues.
• Coordinate performance testing in the lab.
• Analyze test data, diagnose issues and determine changes to improve performance.
• Thermal system modeling to determine performance and correct part selection.
• Determine controls routines needed to make system operate optimally and to meet customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Basic working knowledge of mechanical and electrical concepts, products and safety.
• Basic mechanical CAD tools experience- Solid Edge, Creo, Solid Works.
• Experience with Sheetmetal, piping and assemblies is a plus.
• Data-entry systems familiarity - Oracle, Agile, etc.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to solve (and prevent) a wide range of problems quickly and methodically.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional global development teams.

Time Travel Needed

Regular local travel between Office/Lab/production facilities and minimal travel (<5%) to customer sites.

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 Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

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].

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.