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Job (Assignment) Title: Engineering Manager

Function/Department: Switchgear skids

This position requires full-time onsite presence at the Anderson, SC location.

             POSITION SUMMARY

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and supervising a multidisciplinary engineering team that delivers the design and execution of switchgear skid projects, primarily for customers within the data center sector. This role oversees the development of complete, high-quality system designs while coordinating multiple engineering disciplines to meet project schedules, budgets, and customer requirements. The position manages both internal and external engineering resources to ensure compliance with applicable U.S. codes, standards, and Vertiv quality requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage an engineering team responsible for the technical execution of switchgear skid projects from initial concept through manufacturing, including post-delivery technical support.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet Vertiv quality standards while remaining within approved project budgets and schedules.
• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple disciplines, including Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, and BMS/Controls, collaborating with both internal and third-party suppliers and engineering resources.
• Collaborate with Vertiv business units and approved suppliers to select equipment that meets customer specifications, project requirements, and U.S. regulatory standards.
• Serve as primary engineering point of contact for project escalations to provide both technical and managerial support to team and customers
• Assist with management of contracted engineering firms for structural analysis, calculations, and factory shop drawing development.
• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal, state, and local codes, standards, and regulations, including NEC, IBC, and related requirements.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable standards such as ASTM, ANSI, UL, and IEEE as they relate to structural materials, electrical systems, and finishes.
• Develop innovative and practical engineering solutions to address customer and project challenges.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve engineering processes, standards, and best practices.
• Conduct annual performance reviews, set performance goals, and support the professional development of engineering team members.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive engineering experience, including people leadership or project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency with engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, SolidWorks, or similar software.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• General understanding of critical data center infrastructure and electrical distribution equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• No special Physical or Environmental requirements

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Up 5% regional travel required 

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.