Principal Engineer, DC Power

US Diversity Job Search; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Principal Engineer, DC Power to lead design of DC power distribution architectures for data center environments. You will translate customer specs into technical requirements, produce layouts for customers and executives, and optimize power solutions for efficiency and reliability.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in power systems design with DC distribution expertise, strong electronics knowledge, and familiarity with IEEE, NFPA, UL, and NEC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in power systems design, preferably in data center environments.
• Expert knowledge of DC power distribution systems and architectures.
• Strong understanding of power electronics and conversion technologies.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, NFPA, UL, NEC).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent project management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop DC power distribution architectures.
• Translate complex customer specifications into clear technical requirements and project objectives.
• Create technical layouts and presentations for customers as well as executive leadership.
• Analyze power requirements and optimize solutions for efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on power infrastructure projects to promote One Vertiv solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies according to market research trends.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations.

Skills

DC power distribution

Power systems design

Power electronics

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication abilities

IEEE/NFPA/UL/NEC familiarity

Data center experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power management systems

Monitoring tools

Job description

Principal Engineer, DC Power

The Principal Engineer, DC Power is a position centered around developing innovative power distribution solutions for data center environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing efficient, reliable, and scalable DC power systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop DC power distribution architectures
• Translate complex customer specifications into clear technical requirements and project objectives
• Create technical layouts and presentations for customers as well as executive leadership
• Analyze power requirements and optimize solutions for efficiency and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on power infrastructure projects to promote One Vertiv solutions
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies according to market research trends
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience in power systems design, preferably in data center environments
• Expert knowledge of DC power distribution systems and architectures
• Strong understanding of power electronics and conversion technologies
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEEE, NFPA, UL, NEC)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent project management and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with power management systems and monitoring tools
• Experience with renewable energy integration
• Knowledge of energy storage systems
• Familiarity with thermal management considerations

Travel Requirements: 10% including internationally.

Core Principles

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

Strategic Priorities

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

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.

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