Vertiv · 1 day ago
Project Startup Engineer - Phoenix Az
Vertiv is a global leader in mission-critical infrastructure technologies, serving vital applications in data centers and commercial environments. They are seeking a Project Startup Engineer to manage the technical start-up for large orders, providing on-site assistance and ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to safety and company guidelines.
Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Render on site and phone assistance to customers
Perform work related tasks according to company guidelines for services
Implement Field Change Notices according to published guidelines
Keep current on Safety Bulletins, Safety Field Change Notices, Field Change Notices, and Service Tips
Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
Must wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines and accordance with job duties
Adhere to work hours policy guidelines
Report all work related accidents or injuries immediately to the SM
Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines
Labor hour reporting, expense reports, mileage reports, ticket closure, forms et al
Maintain individual inventory in accordance with company policy
Maintain company property according to company policies
Complete all documentation properly and provide it to the customer and local office upon completion of each designated assignment
Strive to provide all customers a 'first time fix' for their equipment
Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines
Attend Customer Meetings as required
Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
Complete all work in an efficient and timely manner
Capable of making technical decisions under pressure
Maintain productive utilization rate of 85%
Perform inventory cycle counts according to company guidelines
Adhere to company dress code and safety regulations
Meet or exceed service requirements for each customer
Understand and comply with company startup/escalation processes and procedures
Qualification
Required
Responsible for the technical start-up for large, high-profile orders as directed by the Site Leader (SL) and Senior Project Start Up Engineer (SPSE)
Rely on direction to perform work-related tasks and capable of working under direct supervision or independently based upon training and experience
Render on site and phone assistance to customers
Perform work related tasks according to company guidelines for services
Implement Field Change Notices according to published guidelines
Keep current on Safety Bulletins, Safety Field Change Notices, Field Change Notices, and Service Tips
Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
Must wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines and accordance with job duties
Adhere to work hours policy guidelines
Report all work related accidents or injuries immediately to the SM
Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines
Labor hour reporting, expense reports, mileage reports, ticket closure, forms et al
Maintain individual inventory in accordance with company policy
Maintain company property according to company policies
Complete all documentation properly and provide it to the customer and local office upon completion of each designated assignment
Strive to provide all customers a 'first time fix' for their equipment
Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines
Attend Customer Meetings as required
Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
Complete all work in an efficient and timely manner
Capable of making technical decisions under pressure
Maintain productive utilization rate of 85%
Perform inventory cycle counts according to company guidelines
Adhere to company dress code and safety regulations
Meet or exceed service requirements for each customer
Understand and comply with company startup/escalation processes and procedures
Ability to become factory certified on a variety of products that interact with Liebert systems
Expert working knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution, Generators, Switchgear, Automatic Transfer Switches, et al
Equivalent industry experience and/or Technical or Undergraduate Degree
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Professional
Reliable
Team Player
Familiarity with electrical / electronic test equipment and fundamentals
Must be able to read and interpret electrical line diagrams and blueprints
Ability to make basic site evaluation skills which will include environmental temperature, and general operating conditions
Elementary fix/repair techniques based on directed supervision
Capable of completing tasks and returning unit to full operating conditions based upon directed supervision
Ability to summarize and report all work related tasks performed
Strong skill sets: Communication skills, Customer service skills, Troubleshooting skills, Safety procedures, Organizational and planning skills, Computer skills, Mechanical aptitude
While performing duties of the above jobs, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or other components; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk, hear and smell
The associate frequently is required to sit and climb or balance
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Must have ability to regularly lift at least 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds
Willing to travel anywhere in North America ~80% of the time
Schedule is dependent upon project work and is flexible to the degree it can be
This is worked out on a case-by-case basis with your assigned project manager
PTO scheduled in advance can and will be accommodated
Does NOT require relocation to a Vertiv headquarters or regional office as of this time
This is 'project work' which typical projects last anywhere from 6-12 months on average
It can vary based on schedule and progress
Options for downtime (i.e. in between projects), employee can take PTO, training, regional work, and 'home office' work
Typical schedule is to work 4-6 weeks and then 1-2 weeks back at 'home base' depending on project schedule
This varies based on the phase of the project
Expect to receive accelerated on-job-training (OJT) and experience due to the nature of this work
Excellent career jump-start and then settle down in a region (if or when you choose to do so)
Field New Hire Orientation
OSHA 30 Hour Construction
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety (Instructor Led)
Services Safety Online Safety Courses
CPR/First Aid/ AED Training
Electronic Quality Systems
CAR/PAR
Injury Incident Reporting
Safety Incident Reporting
Stop Work Authority Policy
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
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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