DVT Engineer - Liquid Cooling

Vertiv Corporation; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv, located in Westerville, Ohio, seeks a Design Verification Test (DVT) Engineer to execute test plans for liquid cooling systems supporting AI-driven data centers. You will operate test equipment, collect data, and troubleshoot issues in a fast-paced lab, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, controls, and manufacturing engineers.

Travel up to 30% is required to support testing at regional labs and testing facilities; off-shift work and independent execution are emphasized to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
• 1–4 years of experience in test engineering, lab operations, or product validation.
• Basic understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute Design Verification Tests (DVT) according to established test plans and procedures.
• Set up, operate, and monitor test equipment and liquid cooling systems during second shift operations.
• Monitor system performance in real-time and respond to alarms, faults, or abnormal conditions.
• Collect, verify, and document accurate test data in accordance with lab standards.
• Maintain detailed test logs, observations, and shift handoff notes.
• Support data analysis efforts by organizing and summarizing test results.
• Assist in preparing systems and instrumentation for FWT activities.
• Provide real-time support during testing and document results for internal and customer review.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to test setup, instrumentation, and system performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Lab operations

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent hands-on experience

Tools

Test instrumentation

P&IDs

Electrical schematics

Job description

Job Summary

If you enjoy hands-on engineering work, running tests, troubleshooting systems, and supporting product validation in a fast-paced lab environment, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to next-generation liquid cooling technology for AI-driven datacenters.

The DVT Engineer is responsible for executing Design Verification Testing (DVT) activities to ensure liquid cooling products meet performance, reliability, and quality requirements. This role is focused on test execution, data collection, and real-time troubleshooting.

The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to validate product performance, support Factory Witness Testing (FWT), and ensure consistent, high-quality test results.

This position requires collaboration across mechanical, electrical, controls, process, and manufacturing engineering in a fast-paced lab environment, with a strong emphasis on independent execution during off-shift operations.

This role requires approximately 30% travel to support testing activities at regional lab and testing facilities. Mobility and flexibility to travel on short notice are essential to the success of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Design Verification Tests (DVT) according to established test plans and procedures.
• Set up, operate, and monitor test equipment and liquid cooling systems during second shift operations.
• Ensure proper system configuration, instrumentation setup, and test readiness prior to execution.
• Monitor system performance in real-time and respond to alarms, faults, or abnormal conditions.
• Collect, verify, and document accurate test data in accordance with lab standards.
• Maintain detailed test logs, observations, and shift handoff notes.
• Support data analysis efforts by organizing and summarizing test results.
• Assist in preparing systems and instrumentation for FWT activities.
• Support execution of test procedures and ensure systems meet defined test conditions.
• Provide real-time support during testing and document results for internal and customer review.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues related to test setup, instrumentation, and system performance.
• Support root-cause investigations for test failures and unexpected results.
• Escalate critical issues to senior engineers or lab leadership as needed.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers to support validation activities.
• Assist with prototype builds, test setup modifications, and system adjustments.
• Support implementation of test improvements and lab process updates.
• Identify opportunities to improve test efficiency, repeatability, and data quality.
• Support development and refinement of test procedures and documentation.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of lab spaces and test areas (5S practices).

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience).
• 1-4 years of experience in test engineering, lab operations, or product validation.
• Basic understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and basic electrical schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 30%, including to domestic and international lab and testing locations.
• Must have flexibility to travel on short notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with thermal systems, liquid cooling, or HVAC equipment.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation.
• Exposure to ASHRAE testing or similar performance validation methods.
• Experience supporting Factory Witness Testing (FWT) or customer-facing test activities.
• Basic understanding of controls systems or PLC operation.
• Prior experience working across multiple lab or plant sites.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety.
• Integrity.
• Respect.
• Teamwork.
• Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

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

VERTIV 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
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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