Job Description

Job Summary

The Component Engineer- High Density Liquid Cooling (In Rack) is responsible for the selection of mechanical, and/or electromechanical components used in Prototype construction. This role ensures components design engineering goals and that all material is organized, tracked and received into the Prototype material storage in a timely manner.  Component Engineering will primarily support the North America new product development and Lab test teams, but will support Global HDLC teams when they require support for building, ordering and testing prototypes in North America region.

This position will be based onsite at our Westerville, OH (Polaris) location.

Responsibilities:

• Engineering support and BOM organization
  • Collaborate with design engineering, and help manage Bill of Material creation and parts management for Prototype builds. 
  • Track and ensure parts and materials are received and organized in the Prototype build area
  • Support Engineers placing Purchasing Requests to Procurement for Prototype build
  • Support DVT engineers placing Purchasing Requests to support lab testing.
• Component Selection & Qualification
  • Support engineers with Evaluating and recommend components for new and existing product designs.
  • Approve components based on technical specifications, environmental performance, and reliability requirements.
• Reliability & Compliance
  • Ensure components comply with applicable industry standards and regulations (e.g., UL, IEC, RoHS, REACH).
• Documentation & Data Management
  • Maintain accurate component data within PLM, ERP, or component management systems.
  • Create and review component specifications, qualification reports, and engineering change documentation.
  • Support BOM reviews and design audits.

Requirements 

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred with 3+ years experience; or Associate's Degree with 7 plus years related experience
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Basic working knowledge of Bill of Materials, component specifications and mechanical concepts.
• Ability to create BOM and parts tracking spreadsheets, outside ERP systems.
• Data-entry systems familiarity & BOM Creation Experience – PLM and ERP systems like Oracle, Windchill, etc.   
• Good planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and operate in cross functional Global Development Teams.
• Fluency in English  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in both office and industrial manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in fluctuating temperatures (approximately 60°F–95°F), stand or walk for extended periods, and wear required PPE. 

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED 

• <10% travel

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity.  Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

•  Customer Focus

•  Operational Excellence

•  High-Performance Culture

•  Innovation

•  Financial Strength

OUR 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

About Vertiv

Vertiv is a $8.0 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company.  We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services.  Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 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

Vertiv 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. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected].

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