Global Engineering Lead, Liquid Cooling Platforms (CDUs)

Vertiv Group Corporation; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Group Corporation seeks an Engineering Lead to guide the technical direction and product development of rear door heat exchangers and coolant distribution units used in data center liquid cooling. The role leads global engineering efforts, defines architecture, design standards, and validation approaches across centers worldwide.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams globally, mentor engineers, and influence product strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years in product design and development, with 5+ years in a technical lead role.
• Expertise in liquid cooling, HVAC, or thermal management systems.
• Proficiency in Creo and PLM systems (Oracle PD Cloud or Windchill).
• Experience leading cross-functional and cross-regional teams.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide product architecture and technical strategy for DCD and CDU platforms.
• Establish and maintain global design standards, documentation methods, and validation processes.
• Coordinate engineering activities across regions to align technical execution and schedules.
• Provide technical guidance across thermal, structural, and fluid design areas including pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.
• Oversee design reviews, validation testing, and reliability programs.
• Partner with program management and operations to ensure smooth production launches.
• Lead supplier technical discussions and drive cost and quality improvements.
• Mentor engineers and build technical capabilities across global teams.
• Stay current with market and technology trends to influence platform roadmaps.

Skills

Technical leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Oracle PD Cloud

Windchill

Job description

Vertiv Group Corporation seeks an Engineering Lead to guide the technical direction and product development of rear door heat exchangers and coolant distribution units used in data center liquid cooling. The role leads global engineering efforts, defines architecture, design standards, and validation approaches across centers worldwide.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams globally, mentor engineers, and influence product strategy.