Data Center Power Systems Design Engineer

Vertiv Co; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead the analysis, design and optimization of electrical power systems for data center environments. The role focuses on ensuring system reliability, code compliance, and continuous operation of mission-critical facilities.

The successful candidate will design UPS/DC power systems, switchgear configurations, and control schemes, while coordinating with contractors and other disciplines to deliver complete construction documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• PE license – optional
• Minimum 4 years of Electrical Engineering experience
• Knowledge of low voltage switchgear design and NEC codes
• Experience with AutoDesk suite (AutoCAD, Revit) and reading electrical drawings
• Proven ability to lead design through construction phases
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design and optimization of electrical power systems for data centers.
• Design UPS and DC power systems based on customer loads.
• Specify switchgear configurations and control schemes (PLCs/relays).
• Develop BOMs and modify assemblies to satisfy applications.
• Collaborate with contractors and architects to produce construction documents.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards at federal, state, and local levels.
• Support on-site integration and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems design

PLC/relay knowledge

Modbus/TCP/IP

RS-485 interface

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vertiv is seeking an Electrical Engineer to lead the analysis, design and optimization of electrical power systems for data center environments. The role focuses on ensuring system reliability, code compliance, and continuous operation of mission-critical facilities.

The successful candidate will design UPS/DC power systems, switchgear configurations, and control schemes, while coordinating with contractors and other disciplines to deliver complete construction documents.