Engineer I (Mechanical Engineer)

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

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support new product development for Thermal global products. The role focuses on physical and thermal system design, taking concepts through to launch while actively supporting lab testing on 2nd shift (11am–8pm) in Westerville, Ohio.

You will create/modify parts and assemblies in Creo/Solid Edge, manage BOMs, work with marketing, manufacturing, service and quality, and help troubleshoot field issues while coordinating lab testing and analyzing data to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent is required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and methodical problem-solving approach.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical concepts and safety.
• Experience with CAD tools (Creo/Solid Edge/SolidWorks) and BOM handling.

Responsibilities

• Creates/modifies mechanical parts, assemblies and drawings in CAD systems (Creo/Solid Edge).
• Creates and maintains BOMs and unit configurator logic based on customer options.
• Collaborates with Marketing, Manufacturing, Service and Quality to meet requirements.
• Supports prototype builds with technical guidance and issue resolution.
• Gathers feedback from prototypes and field trials to drive improvements.
• Assists with troubleshooting escalated field issues.
• Coordinates testing in the lab and analyzes test data to diagnose issues.
• Performs thermal system modeling to assess performance and select parts.
• Determines control routines to ensure optimal system operation and customer needs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Solid Edge

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

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. This position will support lab testing on 2nd shift. Normal working hours will be approximately 11am to 8pm.

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 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.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to work in the lab or production facility to diagnose and solve problems.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

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

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.

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. 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].