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Mechanical Engineer - Project

Vertiv

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Pelzer, SC
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Job Overview:

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer (ME) will be a part of the Deployment Engineering team and will work closely with the custom Project Engineering team that is responsible for the custom design of Power Modules and modular data centers for the Vertiv Infrastructure Solutions Line of Business (LOB).  The primary responsibility of the ME will be to work with multiple disciplines to develop and release workshop drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for integrated sub-assemblies used in custom project Engineering designs. These assemblies include various mechanical parts for HVAC, fire detection and suppression, power distribution, cable management, etc. The ME will work directly with the module integration facility to develop a detailed workshop drawing package for the integration of all mechanical systems and will provide layout drawings for the equipment that is to be integrated into the module, HVAC ductwork, all cable management systems and power distribution busway. The Mechanical Engineer will complete the design based on local codes including seismic, hurricane, climate, etc. The Mechanical Engineer will coordinate with the structural design team, electrical Engineering (including Building Management Systems), Fire Suppression design, Factory and Site Acceptance Testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide workshop drawings and BOMs for all mechanical systems including HVAC design, cable management systems, fire suppression layouts, equipment layouts and general arrangements, etc.
  • Work with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes.
  • Create workshop drawings and BOMs which meet or exceed Vertiv quality requirements and fall within budgetary requirements.
  • Review mechanical product submittals.
  • Manage and support contracted integration companies in regards to mechanical systems integration and the creation of workshop drawings.
  • Develop Material specifications including ductwork, cable management systems including cable tray, Fiber Management systems, wireway, busway, etc.
  • Provide technical support for information requests prior to and during construction phases.
  • Quality control during integration of mechanical systems
  • Support for all on site integration support 
  • Support the conceptual module design in presales stage
  • Work with commissioning teams to properly test and validate installation, operation and performance of mechanical systems.
  • Travel to sites for site review and work with onsite field engineers, as well as provide engineering evaluations, mechanical systems audits and start-up as needed. Manufacturing facility is located on-site.
  • May communicate with the customer in order to design the best possible solution for his needs.
  • Support and offer creative, out of the box solutions to the IMS Project Engineering team.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or acceptable experience
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant Mechanical Engineering experience
  • Knowledge of local, state, & federal building codes governing the construction, installation and deployment of modular/transportable buildings
  • Working knowledge in AutoDesk suite of Engineering software including AutoCAD and Revit is preferred. If applicant does not have experience with AutoDesk suite the experience a willingness to learn the systems.
  • Proven experience with Microsoft Office Applications
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and equipment specifications of mission critical infastructure.
  • Must be able to clearly interpret customer specification requirements. 
  • Ability to research new designs, technologies and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
  • Ability to think outside the box to find creative and innovative solutions to reduce costs with no impact on quality, reliability or maintainability.

 

Travel Requirements: 

  • Up to 15% - Domestic and International travel 

 

 

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPALSSafety.  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 $6.9 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].