Job Description

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

We are now looking for a Partner Integration Lead in Piove di Sacco, Italy!

We are looking for a Partner Integration Lead to manage the technical collaboration with partners delivering complete cooling solutions for data centers, including chillers, dry coolers, and CRAH systems.

In this role, you will ensure that partner-provided systems are fully aligned with our technical standards, performance expectations, and integration requirements. You will act as the key technical interface, validating, coordinating, and optimizing partner solutions within our overall offering.

This position combines system-level engineering, technical governance, and strategic partnership management.

The role reports to the Engineering Director.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the main technical point of contact for partners delivering complete cooling systems
• Evaluate and validate partner solutions against company standards and project requirements
• Ensure proper integration of partner systems within the overall data center infrastructure
• Review and approve technical documentation (designs, specifications, performance data)
• Define interface requirements between partner systems and other subsystems (hydraulics, controls, BMS/DCIM)
• Support partners during design, factory testing (FAT), commissioning, and handover
• Identify and mitigate technical risks related to third-party solutions
• Drive alignment on performance targets (efficiency, redundancy, reliability)
• Collaborate with internal teams (Engineering, Product, Service) to ensure consistency and quality
• Contribute to the development of partner qualification processes and technical guidelines.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or related field
• Strong experience in HVAC and data center cooling systems
• Proven experience working with external partners providing complete systems or packaged solutions
• Solid understanding of system-level integration (hydraulics, controls, thermal management)
• Ability to critically assess third-party technical solutions
• Experience with technical validation, compliance, and performance verification
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Experience with data center projects (hyperscale or colocation)
• Knowledge of redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N, etc.)
• Familiarity with standards (ASHRAE, Eurovent)
• Experience with FAT/SAT processes and commissioning activities
• Background in working with global suppliers or technology partners

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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