Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Electrical or Mechanical Engineer with specialized expertise in liquid cooling solutions for power electronics and large power converters This role focuses on researching advanced cooling technologies, monitoring industry trends, and identifying innovative approaches to thermal management. The engineer will develop strategic relationships with leading companies and universities, fostering collaboration to accelerate technology adoption. Working closely with Power Management BU Product Line leaders, this position will drive the integration of cutting-edge cooling solutions into Vertiv’s power products, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Ideal candidates will combine technical depth with a passion for innovation and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Technology Scouting: Identify and evaluate emerging liquid cooling technologies and thermal management solutions for high-power electronics and converters.
• Small Scale Proof of Concept: Design and execute small-scale prototypes to validate technical feasibility and performance, including both modeling and simulation as well as hardware prototyping. Leverage relationships with universities and other companies to assist with prototype design, build, and test.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, external partners, and academic institutions to accelerate technology adoption and knowledge sharing.
• Customer Focus: Ensure cooling solutions meet customer and industry requirements for reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Modeling and Simulation: Develop and utilize modeling and simulation tools to predict system behavior and optimize designs.
• Documentation and Presentation: Prepare clear technical documentation and deliver educational presentations to design engineers, product offering managers, product line leaders.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 5 years experience or a Master's Degree with at least 2 years of experience.
• Good understanding of power electronic converters (rectifiers, inverters, dc/dc converters).
• Demonstrated experience with liquid cooling of large power converters.
• Knowledgeable and competent with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Ansys, OpenFOAM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including troubleshooting both hardware and software.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work with unclear requirements when faced with a first-of-kind task or problem.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, monthly work.
• Present results to leadership and to customers.
• Meet goals and objectives as outlined by business leaders.