Principal Electrical Engineer

Vertiv; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Austin, TX seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead design, test, and release of next-gen data center products. You will own complex HW development, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure robust electrical implementations for high-reliability systems.

Responsibilities include PCB design, validation, and orchestration across vendors, with a focus on Ethernet, I2C, CAN, and advanced power distribution. You will mentor engineers and drive quality throughout product lifecycles.

Qualifications

• BSEE or related degree from an accredited college or university.
• 10+ years in product development with increasing responsibilities.
• Proficiency with industry standard PCB design and simulation software.
• Strong understanding of electronic components, circuit theory, and signal integrity.
• Strong understanding of Ethernet, I2C, CAN, etc. protocols.
• Familiarity with ARM SOCs, CPLDs, PICs, ASICs, etc.
• Familiarity with IPC and ISO standards.
• Experience delivering IPC class 1 and class 2 boards.
• Proven ability to deliver quality products through all development phases.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design custom control hardware for data center cooling infrastructure.
• Design custom PCBs and transition designs into functional hardware with vendors.
• Design and/or implement PHYs and other communication hardware (Ethernet, CAN, I2C, Serial, BACnet, Modbus).
• Take new designs through production including testing, bring-up, and board spins.
• Collaborate across teams for design reviews, cost reductions, and problem solving.
• Develop solutions to complex problems where little precedence exists.

Skills

Electrical Eng

PCB design

Signal integrity

Ethernet CAN I2C

SOCs & MCUs

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PCB layout tools

PCB design software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Principal Electrical Engineer

The Principal Electrical Engineer will contribute to the design, test, and release of new products; will work in a cross-functional development group; manage a variety of tasks and activities in a dynamic environment; and solve complex problems where no precedence exists.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design custom control hardware for data center cooling infrastructure that enables high performance heat transfer technology to function seamlessly within customer data center environments.
• Design custom PCBs based upon mechanical, electrical, and software requirements and then utilize automated PCB layout tools to transition those designs into functional hardware with STL PCBA vendors. New PCBA’s will include microcontrollers, SOCs, NICs, AC and DC voltage regulation, and resilient communication buses.
• Design and/or implement PHYs and other communication hardware for Ethernet, CAN, I2C, Serial, BACnet, Modbus, etc.
• Responsible for taking new designs production including all testing, bring up, and board spins necessary to develop a successful product.
• Collaborate across teams for design reviews, cost reductions, and brainstorming around customer pain points.
• Develop solutions to complex problems where little or no precedence exists - the use of ingenuity and creativity is regularly required

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related degree from an accredited college or university
• 10+ years of experience in product development, demonstrating a track record of increasing responsibilities
• Proficiency with industry standard PCB design and simulation software packages
• Strong understanding of electronic components, circuit theory, and signal integrity
• Strong understanding of the electrical implementation of standard communication protocols (Ethernet, I2C, CAN, etc.)
• Familiarity with designing custom PCBs utilizing common microcontrollers and SOCs such as ARM SOCs, CPLDs, PICs, ASICs, etc.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IPC, ISO)
• Experience developing IPC class 1 and class 2 boards
• Demonstrated history of delivering quality products to market with understanding and respect for phases of the product development process
• Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment, manage multiple projects, collaborate with cross functional teams to solve complex challenges, and meet deadlines
• Excellent project management skills and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Preferred:
• Advanced degrees or technical certifications
• Familiarity with IT and data center power delivery systems
• Familiarity with facility management software and control hardware
• Proficient in 3D CAD software, i.e.. Creo, Solidworks, etc.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

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

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

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