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Job Summary
This is an Associate Lab Operations Engineer role in the Product Integrity department of the Power Management business unit. The Product Integrity team sets up and executes test cases to validate new AC Power products. Products may have a regional scope or a global scope.
This hybrid role combines hands-on test execution with ownership of the lab calibration program and leadership of capital project coordination and lab operations. The successful candidate will balance bench work with project management, vendor coordination, and equipment lifecycle tracking to keep the lab running efficiently and capital initiatives on schedule.
This position will be based onsite at our Delaware, OH location.
Responsibilities:
Test Execution (~33%)

• Follow safety policies.
• Setup the unit under test and other equipment which entails connecting large cables (up to 50 lbs).
• Setup instrumentation (oscilloscopes, power meters, CTs, voltage probes, and other equipment).
• Execute test cases, operate unit under test, operate the instrumentation, collect data, and document the results.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems with test setups and with units under test.
• Participate in daily standup meetings.
• Keep work areas and test labs clean and safe.

Calibration & Equipment Tracking (~33%)

• Own and maintain the lab calibration schedule; ensure all test and measurement equipment is calibrated on time and within required intervals.
• Coordinate with internal and external calibration service providers.
• Maintain the equipment asset database including location, status, calibration due dates, and disposition of out-of-tolerance instruments.
• Investigate and document out-of-tolerance conditions; support impact assessments when calibration failures occur.
• Identify opportunities to streamline the calibration process and improve equipment availability.
• Maintain calibration records, certificates, and traceability documentation in accordance with company and industry standards.

CAPEX Projects & Lab Operations Support (~33%)

• Assist with CAPEX project execution including financial tracking, project paperwork, schedule tracking, and status reporting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules; track milestones, deliverables, and action items to completion.
• Coordinate with vendors for quotes, deliverables, scheduling, and issue resolution on lab infrastructure projects.
• Assist the lead technician with purchase orders, repair coordination, and return-to-vendor (RTV) processes.
• Track project spend against approved budgets and flag variances to stakeholders.
• Prepare project status updates and participate in project review meetings.
• Manage multiple concurrent project tasks, prioritize workload, and escalate risks or blockers proactively.
• Maintain organized project files, documentation, and change logs.
• Suggest continuous improvement opportunities across all areas of responsibility.

Requirements:

• Associate of Science in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent military certification.
• 3 to 7 years of experience in an electrical test lab, manufacturing, or similar technical environment.
• Experience with 208/230/480V/600V 3-phase and 120V 1-phase wiring and equipment.
• Able to read electronic and electrical schematics; good troubleshooting skills with AC/DC power circuits.
• Experience with calibration programs or equipment asset tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects: developing schedules, tracking milestones, coordinating vendors, and communicating status.
• Experience with purchase orders and vendor/supplier coordination.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word; experience with project tracking tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities and drive tasks to completion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ISO 17025 or ANSI/NCSL Z540.3.
• Experience with calibration management software (e.g., Fluke MET/CAL, Beamex CMX) or CMMS.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• PMP, CAPM, or project management coursework.
• Shift/schedule flexibility for short periods/projects is a plus.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Ability to stand and/or walk while performing tasks 70% of the time.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 5-10%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & 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 to help.join@vertiv.com.
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About Us
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

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
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@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers
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.
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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
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.