Project Engineer

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

Job summary

Vertiv Co is seeking a dedicated professional for a key position in planning and executing projects related to hydronic systems. The role requires strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders and the ability to devise effective flushing strategies.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in pump sizing and calculations. A strong sense of urgency and problem-solving abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with all stakeholders.
• Dedication to meeting project timelines.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Analyze hydronic systems and devise flushing strategies.
• Visit job sites to validate assumptions and build relationships.
• Communicate with stakeholders to align on project goals.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving with practical solutions

Proficiency in reading construction drawings

Experience with pump sizing and calculations

Strong sense of urgency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combined education

Job description

Position Overview

Our customers choose PurgeRite because of our unique ability to deliver turn-key flushing solutions for some of the most complex hydronic systems being deployed today. This key position is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects while managing resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently analyze complex hydronic systems and site considerations to devise an overall flushing strategy to meet customer needs
• Visit job sites to validate assumptions, identify unique constraints, and build strong customer relationships
• Communicate with multiple stakeholders such as owner representatives, general contractors, mechanical contractors, and chemical providers to achieve alignment on goals, constraints, and specifications
• Perform necessary calculations, define and document detailed flush plans
• Review flush plans with customers, revise as necessary based on customer feedback, and obtain final agreement.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for sales, operations, and customers
• Review operational feedback from completed projects as input to continuous improvement efforts in our methods and practices. Identify and prioritize opportunities and drive those improvements

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with all stakeholders from field technicians to owner representatives
• A strong sense of urgency and dedication to meeting project timelines
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly solve problems with practical solutions
• Experience with pump sizing and related calculations such as interpreting pump curves, performing NPSH calculations, determining flow velocities in networked piping, and calculating heat gain
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant combined education and work experience.

PurgeRite 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.