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Electrical Engineer

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Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
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Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
Design and bring-to-production custom control hardware and PCBs for data center cooling systems, including microcontrollers, SOCs, power regulation, and communication PHYs. Lead testing, board bring-up, design reviews, cross-functional collaboration, and product development to deliver production-ready hardware.
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Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer will contribute to the design, test, and release of new products; will work in a cross-functional development group; manage a variety of tasks and activities in a dynamic environment; and solve complex problems where no precedence exists.

Responsibilities:

  • Design custom control hardware for data center cooling infrastructure that enables high performance heat transfer technology to function seamlessly within customer data center environments. 
  • Design custom PCBs based upon mechanical, electrical, and software requirements and then utilize automated PCB layout tools to transition those designs into functional hardware with STL PCBA vendors. New PCBA’s will include microcontrollers, SOCs, NICs, AC and DC voltage regulation, and resilient communication buses. 
  • Design and/or implement PHYs and other communication hardware for Ethernet, CAN, I2C, Serial, BACnet, Modbus, etc.
  • Responsible for taking new designs production including all testing, bring up, and board spins necessary to develop a successful product.
  • Collaborate across teams for design reviews, cost reductions, and brainstorming around customer pain points.
  • Develop solutions to complex problems where little or no precedence exists - the use of ingenuity and creativity is regularly required

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related degree from an accredited college or university
  • 5+ years of experience in product development, demonstrating a track record of increasing responsibilities
  • Proficiency with industry standard PCB design and simulation software packages
  • Strong understanding of electronic components, circuit theory, and signal integrity
  • Strong understanding of the electrical implementation of standard communication protocols (Ethernet, I2C, CAN, etc.)
  • Familiarity with designing custom PCBs utilizing common microcontrollers and SOCs such as ARM SOCs, CPLDs, PICs, ASICs, etc. 
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IPC, ISO)
  • Experience developing IPC class 1 and class 2 boards
  • Demonstrated history of delivering quality products to market with understanding and respect for phases of the product development process
  • Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment, manage multiple projects, collaborate with cross functional teams to solve complex challenges, and meet deadlines
  • Excellent project management skills and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Preferred:
    • Advanced degrees or technical certifications
    • Familiarity with IT and data center power delivery systems
    • Familiarity with facility management software and control hardware
    • Proficient in 3D CAD software, i.e.. Creo, Solidworks, etc.

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 [email protected].

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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.

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