Job Description

Job Summary

The Principal Mechanical Engineer / Pump SME will be a technical leader of new product development, new product introduction and R&D experience.  This position will design custom motors and variable frequency drives for commercial pumps.

This position will be located onsite at Vertiv's Westerville, OH location.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as technical R&D consultant to all global LC teams selecting pumps for Single phase LC systems.
• Grow into additionally supporting pump recommendations for 2 phase LC systems.
• Guide and Mentor product development leads to gaining more pump experience.
• Work with Advanced R&D on enhanced performance designs.
• Be strong Liaison between Vertiv and suppliers of pumps to Vertiv.
• Understand and participate in Regulatory committee’s that may affect LC and pump design.

Requirements:

• 15 Years experience in Pump design with VFD drive experience. 
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Master of Science in related topic. 
• CAD experience is a plus. Creo or Solidworks preferred. 
• GD&T and statistical process knowledge preferred.
• Ability to use excel based and computational solving software for fluid dynamics calculations
• Understanding of pump curves, wet end power, motor power, NPSH in depth knowledge required
• Can design hydraulic water-based systems. Dynamic Fluid system simulation analysis.
• Pump reliability and design verification and test knowledge. Able to write DVT test plans.
  • Understanding of how pumps are tested. Dynamometers and power measurements.
• Good communication skills. English Fluency. Able to work with Cross functional teams.
• Experience with IP and patent submissions is a plus
• Travel:  Up to 10% - domestic and/or international

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 $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].