Job Description

Job Summary

Vertiv is currently looking to add a Sr. Electrical Design Engineer to our Pelzer, SC team. We look for people who are 100% team oriented, self-driven, and technically proficient. We are building a team of motivated and detail-oriented people who will produce a quality product for some of the most prestigious clients in the world.

This opportunity is for someone who wants to work within a technically driven team with minimal functional management and continue to build on the reputation we have created throughout Europe and the Middle East to establish the same reputation in the United States. This means that everyone is expected to be self-driven.

Our leadership team will guide you on projects which suit your strengths, but a willingness to get the job done and overcome obstacles is a must. This position is best suited to someone who enjoys a variety of new challenges, a hands-on environment and will accept the challenges and reap the benefits of working for a facility with a blank canvas. 

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Electrical Design Manager, this position presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional pertaining to design and controls engineering functions of power distribution equipment. As a specialized engineer in switchgear, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical switchgear systems for various industrial, commercial, and utility applications. Your role will involve creating innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and providing technical leadership to a team of engineers. As an experienced professional you will be responsible for individually contributing to product development & engineering by executing advanced tasks, processes, techniques, and procedures in a technical support role.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or a related field; Master’s degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in electrical design, with a strong focus on switchgear and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while developing accurate and detailed electrical control designs.
• Expert in switchgear design, electrical protection systems, and control panel design.
• Proficiency with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP).
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Capable of taking individual ownership of projects and working in a team environment.
• Proven project management experience with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while responding appropriately within the fast-moving business environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Display a proactive flexible approach to working within a team environment.
• Full-time position with standard office hours; occasional travel to project sites may be required.
• Some remote work flexibility, depending on project requirements and company policies.
• Preferred:
  • Certification in Project Management (PMP) or similar.
  • Experience with advanced switchgear technologies and smart grid systems.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies such as digital substations and IoT applications.

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].