Research Associate Jobs in Easley, SC (NOW HIRING)

JOB SUMMARY:

Vertiv is seeking a dynamic R&D Engineering Assistant in Anderson, SC to contribute to the innovation and enhancement of our Busbar product line. As anR&D Engineering Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the R&D team development efforts of our offerings in the industry. Your primary role will be supporting the R&D team with technical documentation, product data management, and administrative tasks to ensure efficient workflow and accurate product information management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage IFS (BOM) system and maintain product structures.
• Create and maintain part numbers following company nomenclature.
• Support IFS part creation for intra-company purchase orders.
• Support mechanical design engineers with documentation.
• Maintain product data management systems.
• Assist with technical documentation organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, sales, purchasing, and manufacturing, to support product development plans.
• Align with the culture of innovation within the product development team, that encourages creative thinking and idea
• generation.
• Work closely with external suppliers and partners to source components and materials.
• Adherence to the department's NPDI process and completion of relevant documentation.
• Support the documentation for Engineering change process for existing and new products.
• Demonstrate Ethics and Integrity.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in engineering, Technical Management, (or related field) or Relevant experience.
• 2+ years' experience in engineering support or similar role.
• Experience with BOM management and product structures with ERP or other product data management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent documentation skills.
• Highly detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong organization skills, and ability to work & multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written & verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or related field), or Relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency in IFS.
• Experience with technical documentation.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of busbar products and manufacturing processes.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

None

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: 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 tohelp.join@vertiv.com.

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