DVT Engineer

Vertiv Group•Westerville, OH

About The Position

Job Summary If you love solving engineering problems by being hands-on with design of experimentation, test engineering and facility construction projects in our world-class company, this might be a place for you to thrive! Especially if you have a passion for developing technology to support Artificial Intelligence datacenters ! The DVT Engineer will conduct factory witness tests of production units, as well as design validation tests for new products; will work in a cross-functional product manufacturing and development group; manage a variety of tasks and activities as required in this dynamic environment; and solve complex problems where no precedence exists. About Vertiv Vertiv is a $8.0 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]. #LI-RB1

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or directly related degree
Understand electrical schematic and pneumatic drawings (P&ID)
Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment independently and as a member of a dynamic team; offer and receive constructive criticism
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
International travel ~10%

Nice To Haves

Career experience in new product development and/or testing as an individual contributor
Experience with analytical performance models, various heat transfer fluids (water, glycol, refrigerant)
Experience writing performance test requests
Knowledge of psychometric chart and (HCFC/HFC) refrigeration cycles
Basic knowledge of CFD and/or FEA software, as well as 3D CAD software
International travel ~20%

Responsibilities

Conduct factory witness testing (FWT) with assistance from Test Engineers.
Creation of Design Verification Test (DVT) plans with new product development teams.
Plan and oversee performance testing then utilize the results to validate designs, system controls, and analytical performance models
Participate in design and implementation of lab test facility upgrades and expansions, including training of new test engineers & technicians
Collaborate across the disciplines of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, process engineering, as well as production and offering teams. Work with these teams for design reviews, DVT’s, technology R&D, and customer witness tests.
Performs a variety of engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods to verify design requirements, which may include stress calculations, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics
Develops solutions to complex problems where little or no precedence exists - the use of ingenuity and creativity is regularly required
Occasional use of CFD/FEA and CAD software
Work with software team to develop and verify system controls
Implement test activities to solve field issues, support service department
Component verification testing for design changes and alternate suppliers
Create and validate analytical performance models