Project Engineer

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

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a candidate for a position focused on analyzing hydronic systems and delivering turn-key flushing solutions. The successful candidate will manage projects, ensuring all customer needs are met while collaborating with a variety of stakeholders.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and strong communication skills, along with experience in pump sizing and problem-solving. A dedication to meeting timelines and improving processes is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with all stakeholders.
• A strong sense of urgency and dedication to meeting project timelines.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings.
• Experience with pump sizing and related calculations.

Responsibilities

• Independently analyze complex hydronic systems and site considerations.
• Visit job sites to validate assumptions and identify constraints.
• Communicate with stakeholders to achieve alignment on project goals.
• Review flush plans with customers and obtain final agreement.
• Act as primary technical point of contact for sales and operations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement based on feedback.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Reading construction drawings

Pump sizing expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

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.