Vertiv

Presales Electrical Engineer

Vertiv  •  Ireland (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

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 centres, communication networks, commercial and industrial environments. With $ billions in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in seventy countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

We are seeking a Switchgear expert to come and join our brand new Presales team. This is an exciting opportunity to join us in huge time of growth in Ireland.

Vertiv is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in a highly qualified and experienced team of Engineers to work in our manufacturing facilities across three continents. With over 30 years of experience in delivering high-quality integrated power solutions, we are experts in providing technical services, project management services, and unrivalled customer support for every client project. 

Our LV & MV Switchgear divisions design and manufacture electrical distribution equipment for business-critical applications throughout Europe. Due to continued growth, Vertiv is seeking to recruit ambitious and motivated  Presales MV Engineer to join our team. This position is best suited to someone who enjoys being technically challenged and applying electrical principles to produce successful solutions in a busy design office, with proximity to the manufacturing environment to test and prove theoretical designs. You will be rewarded with a market-leading salary, excellent opportunities for development, and extensive technical support. This is an opportunity to become a key part of the ongoing success of one of Ireland’s leading engineering companies. 

Overall core responsibilities & requirements of the role:

  • Deep knowledge of switchgear design, power distribution, and mechanical/electrical components.
  • Acting as a trusted advisor, translating complex client requirements into technical solutions (Pre-sales, proposals).
  • Design and development of MV arrangements/components in compliance with specifications, IEC/IEEE requirements, and applicable standards.
  • Detailed analysis of MV arrangements/components, focusing on performance evaluation, design optimization, component selection and sizing, and control strategy.
  • Collaboration in an interdisciplinary engineering environment (with embedded, test, and mechanical engineers) to define requirements, participate in design verification, and ensure successful integration of MV option designs.
  • Continuous improvement of existing designs, evaluation of application issues, and resolution of those issues in the design of new products.
  • Evaluation of recent technologies to enhance and implement current MV product range.
  • Adherence to agreed project timelines.
  • Preparation of technical reports.
  • Communicate effectively with the customer and maintain a high customer satisfaction level.
  • Advise any (discrepancy) differences to sales estimator to coordinate.
  • Adhere to H&S guidelines and policy of the company while in the factory and at site.
  • Collaborate closely with Estimating colleagues to cost new MV options.
  • Collaborate closely with CAD colleagues produce pre-engineering designs for new MV options.
  • Ensure new options are installed during production and are commissioned to achieve the desired operational results.
  • Attend site meetings & supplier facilities when necessary.

Some travel may be required

Qualifications

Required/ Minimum Qualifications: 

  • University degree or equivalent experience in a related field is required.
  • Minimum 4-7 years' experience.
  • Proficiency in medium voltage switchgear & principles of power distribution.

Additional / Preferred Qualifications:

  • Firsthand experience with MV switchgear.
  • Knowledge of MV protection relay operations.
  • Strong analytical skills combined with excellent problem-solving abilities and interpersonal communication.

Personality Traits: 

  • Proactive, result oriented, organized, time bound, takes ownership.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

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
Vertiv

About Vertiv

Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments.

As businesses, industries, and communities become more connected, we pioneer and deliver end-to-end power and cooling technologies to help our customers stay resilient, optimized, and future-ready.

With our industry-leading innovative technologies and global services network, we are fueling the revolution of the digital world - keeping technology ecosystems running efficiently and without interruption.

Vertiv is supercharging data’s potential; accelerating the pace of technology, raising the bar for accelerated compute and redefining the limits of densification.

The world depends on data we power and cool™

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Columbus, OH
Year Founded
Unknown
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