Mechanical Design Engineer

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

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Anderson, SC to design mechanical components for Switchboard/Switchgear within LV power distribution for data centers. You will develop 3D CAD models, create BOMs, and release drawings in PLM while guiding suppliers and cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Mechanical Engineering degree with 3+ years (or an Associate’s with 7+ years) and proficiency in SolidWorks or Creo, plus MS Office and schematic interpretation. Travel is <10% and work is onsite in Anderson.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of experience in product development.
• Experience with 3D CAD design and SolidWorks/Creo.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and familiarity with components (fuses, breakers, transformers).
• MBD experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept and detailed design of power systems using sheet metal, busbar, cabling, and harnesses.
• Create complex drawings and BOMs; produce 2D drawings or MB Design outputs.
• Collaborate with other Mechanical Engineers to optimize solutions.
• Release changes in PLM using revision control.
• Coordinate with simulation team for seismic, CFD, and thermal analyses.
• Support prototype builds and communicate with vendors as needed.
• Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, IEC standards.

Skills

3D CAD design

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Electrical schematics interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate’s Degree with 7+ years experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Model Based Design (MBD)

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer:

Job Summary

Vertiv is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilledMechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Anderson, South Carolina, supporting high-impact projects in the data center industry with a strong focus on low-voltage (LV) power distribution systems. The Mechanical Engineer will focus and be responsible for designing Mechanical part for Switchboard / Switchgear product lines. The mechanical Engineer supports the design from start to finish and provides technical guidance to Supply chain and Material Management in global and local locations to support New Product Development and sustaining products. The role will review requirements and specifications, provide feedback, and use 3D CAD software to develop product designs. The product designs are documented in PLM software to release drawings and bills of material.

We are looking for candidates who are self-directed, solution-focused, and thrive in cross-functional teams. You will be part of a growing organization supporting some of the largest and most mission-critical data center projects across the U.S.

This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Anderson, SC office location.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Mechanical Engineer (ME) to lead concept and detailed design of power systems including the use of sheet metal, busbar, power cable, and wire harnesses.
• Develop complex drawings and bills of material for designs, including 2D drawings and/or MBD (Model Based Design) for the mechanical design.
• Collaborate with other Mechanical Engineers to efficiently breakdown tasks, discuss design ideas and work towards the best possible solution.
• Write, submit, and release change orders for new and released products into our PLM system using our revision control system.
• Request and review analysis for Seismic, CFD, and Thermal designs while working with our internal simulation team.
• Work with manufacturing engineers and production associates to build prototypes and provide direction when needed.
• Familiarity with and ability to interpret industry design standards (UL, NEC, and IEC) for application to product designs.
• Order parts/components and support for prototype builds and production.
• Create customer facing product submittal drawings for finished designs.
• Support prototype/product testing as needed – typically assisting in thermal, mechanical layout, and mechanical strength issues.
• Support manufacturing with building issues of new designs.
• Occasional contact with outside vendors and suppliers as needed.
• Identify areas requiring process improvement or documentation. Work with management to execute improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of experience in product development.; OR Associate’s Degree with minimum 7 years experience.
• Expert in 3D CAD design and programs, prefer experience with Solidworks and/or Creo.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and familiarity with electrical components such as fuses, circuit breakers, and transformers.
• Experience with model-based design (MBD) a plus, but not required.
• General knowledge 3-phase power is preferred, but not required.
• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including providing technical guidance to support management.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with ability to summarize technical data/results quickly for non-technical audiences.
• Mostly sedentary desk work, must be able to occasionally work in a power lab environment, including lifting objects, running cables, or stepping over/around objects
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Travel as required, domestic and international, <10%