Vertiv · 2 days ago
Sr. Manager, Electrical Engineering
Vertiv is a global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. The Sr. Manager, Electrical Engineering will lead the advancement of methodologies and tools for electrical design, ensuring consistency and quality across global teams while collaborating with various engineering departments.
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Responsibilities
Lead the selection, deployment, and governance of electrical design tools and platforms (e.g., ECAD, simulation, schematic capture, wiring harness design)
Define and maintain global standards for electrical system design processes, documentation, and validation workflows
Partner with product teams to ensure tools and processes align with evolving technology and business needs
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration
Serve as the subject matter expert for electrical design enablement, including training, onboarding, and best practices dissemination
Collaborate with IT and software vendors to manage tool licenses, upgrades, and integrations (e.g., with PLM or MCAD systems)
Represent electrical engineering in cross-functional forums related to digital thread, design automation, and compliance readiness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in electrical system design, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or technical governance role
Deep understanding of power electronics, electrical distribution, and system-level design principles
Experience in design of infrastructure equipment for data centers or other high-reliability or mission-critical systems (e.g., industrial power, aerospace)
Proven experience with ECAD tools (e.g., EPLAN, Creo Schematic), simulation platforms (e.g., SPICE, PLECS), and PLM systems (e.g., Oracle PD Cloud)
Strong background in process development, tool deployment, and cross-functional collaboration
Familiarity with standards such as IEC, UL, or IEEE relevant to electrical system design
Exposure to global engineering operations and tool harmonization across regions
Strong communication and demonstrated change management skills
Strategic thinker with a bias for action and results
Passion for innovation and continuous improvement
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects, including both planned development efforts and ongoing system and tool maintenance
Solid understanding of full product lifecycle management
A basic understanding of Lean and Six Sigma concepts is required, and formal DFx training or a Six Sigma Green Belt is advantageous
Demonstrated understanding of business operation is required, with demonstrated success in managing team and project budgets
Self-motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision and in a timely manner
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English
Willingness to travel as needed, both domestically and internationally. Travel commitments of up to 25% of business days may be required
Residence in (or willingness to relocate to) the Columbus, OH area is preferred
Company
Vertiv
Vertiv designs, builds and services critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers and industrial facilities.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
Starboard ValuePlatinum Equity
2022-10-20Post Ipo Equity
2020-02-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.24B
2020-02-10IPO
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