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Location: Edinboro, PA; Columbus, OH

Who Are We?

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people who power the future. From lifesaving healthcare systems to highperformance computing, we design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With over $8 billion in annual sales and operations in more than 130 countries, Vertiv is uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
We are currently seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development to join our engineering team, supporting the development and launch of nextgeneration data center rack, enclosure, and infrastructure solutions.

Position Summary

As a Mechanical Design Engineer - NPDI at Vertiv, you will be responsible for the endtoend mechanical design and development of new products, from early concept through production release. This role requires strong technical ownership and the ability to work independently with limited supervision while collaborating effectively with crossfunctional teams.
You will work closely with product management, electrical engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to deliver innovative, manufacturable, and scalable solutions aligned with Vertiv's technology roadmap, cost targets, and schedule commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design efforts for new product development programs, from concept generation through prototype build, validation, and production release.
• Develop detailed 3D models, assemblies, and technical drawings for sheet metal enclosures using Autodesk Inventor, with secondary support using PTC Creo.
• Translate market and product requirements into robust mechanical designs with minimal supervision.
• Perform DFM, DFA, and costoptimization activities early in the development cycle.
• Coordinate with manufacturing engineering, suppliers, and contract manufacturers to ensure productionready designs.
• Support prototype builds, EVT/DVT testing, and pilot production activities.
• Create and maintain drawings, BOMs, specifications, and engineering change documentation.
• Drive standardization, modular design, and platform reuse strategies.
• Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans to support successful product launches.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of mechanical engineering experience with exposure to NPDI activities.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling; Autodesk Inventor required, Creo preferred.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in sheet metal design, preferred in enclosure and rack design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with laser cutting, punch press, press brake, welding, and powder coating.
• Familiarity with data center, ICT, or technology infrastructure products.
• Experience in structured New Product Development environments.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle PD Cloud or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Experience with PLM systems such as Autodesk Vault, Windchill, or Agile.
• Understanding of applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with iLogic, Python, C#, C++, or other scripting/AI based design tools.

What Will Make You Successful?

• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work autonomously while aligning with team objectives.
• Balanced innovation and disciplined execution.
• Comfort in fastpaced product development environments.
• Continuous improvement and learning mindset.

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

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

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  High-Performance Culture Customer Focus

  Operational Excellence

  Innovation

  Financial Strength

VERTIV 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
• Promote transparent & open communication 

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs.  Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 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 help.join@vertiv.com.