Senior Electrical Engineer, Data Center Hardware & Controls

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

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design, test, and release of new products for data center cooling infrastructure. You will work in a cross-functional development group, manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment, and solve complex problems with little precedence.

You will design custom PCBs with microcontrollers, SOCs, and power regulation, implement PHYs for Ethernet and other protocols, and drive designs into production with thorough testing and

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

PCB design

Signal integrity

Ethernet

I2C

CAN

Project management

Education

BSEE or related degree

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

PCB layout tools

Job description

Vertiv is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to contribute to the design, test, and release of new products for data center cooling infrastructure. You will work in a cross-functional development group, manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment, and solve complex problems with little precedence.

You will design custom PCBs with microcontrollers, SOCs, and power regulation, implement PHYs for Ethernet and other protocols, and drive designs into production with thorough testing and