Sr. Product Development Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Define product specifications, features, and functionalities, while ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory

· standards.

· Develop product designs in accordance with Product Standards (for example, IEC61439 & UL857).

· 3D modelling and 2D drafting of product designs.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, design, marketing, sales, purchasing, manufacturing, to execute 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.

· Stay current with technological advancements and industry developments, applying relevant knowledge to enhance

· product offerings.

· Support and build prototypes to support the development of product design.

· Coordinate testing for development and certification accordingly.

· Follow the Engineering change process for existing products.

· Demonstrate Ethics and Integrity.

· Product Risk Assessment through DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)

· Organization of drawings and documentation for efficient reference.

· Timely, accurate responses to requests for design information and drawings.

· Mentor Jr engineers and provide technical guidance throughout the product development process.

· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering/design technology or equivalent, combination of education & experience

· Proficiency in 3D modelling using SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA or equivalent 3D design package

· 3D modeling, 2D drafting (first angle and Third angle projection), GD&T (Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerancing).

· Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) software, and other relevant software applications.

· Strong organization skills, and ability to work & multitask in a fast-paced environment.

· Time management Skills.

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

· Must be action & detail-oriented with strong problem resolution, analysis, & decision-making skills.

· Must be motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to interact seamlessly with other departments and be comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

· 7+ years of experience in Design within the manufacturing environment or directly related experience.

· Solid understanding of regulatory UL standards, experience with UL857 is a plus.

· Experience with power distribution applications and/or the data center industry is advantageous.

· Experience designing mild steel sheet welded assemblies, extruded/injection molded plastic parts and assemblies.

· Knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) DFA (Design for Assembly) DFE (Design for Environment).

· Knowledge of Process flow, PFMEA, Control plan, Standard Operating Procedure preparation.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite. Smartsheet, and other business applications are desirable.

· Demonstrated competence in communication and problem-solving.

 

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

10%

 

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 $5.7 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