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Vertiv · 10 hours ago

Sr. Electrical Design Engineer

Pelzer, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Vertiv is a global critical infrastructure and data center technology company that ensures customers' vital applications run continuously. The Sr. Electrical Design Engineer will lead the design and engineering of electrical switchgear systems, oversee project management, and provide mentorship to junior engineers while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Data CenterInformation TechnologyIT InfrastructureTelecommunications

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the design and engineering of electrical switchgear systems, including medium and low voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, and control panels

Create a BOM list for critical design components

Review and approve electrical drawings for manufacture

Develop detailed electrical schematics, layout drawings, according to client specifications and pre-established budget

Oversee the integration of switchgear with power distribution systems and control systems

Familiarized and confident with the business R&D workflow, working methods and have a certain technical accumulation in the professional field, and master the professional knowledge and skills in this field

Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff

Review and approve design calculations, technical reports, and project documentation

Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and best practices

Complete work independently and receive high level direction of work on projects

Apply creative approaches and procedures to the solution of well-defined problems

Manage switchgear design projects from concept through to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation

Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, project managers, and clients, to ensure project requirements are met

Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies

Work with the project management team to ensure all project timelines and goals are met or exceeded on multiple projects at any given time

Ensure that all designs meet relevant standards such as IEC, ANSI, UL, and IEEE

Conduct thorough testing and validation of switchgear systems to guarantee reliability and performance

Creation of test scripts to prove out functionality of control schemes

Oversee the creation and maintenance of documentation for compliance and regulatory purposes

Independently carry out R&D work on the existing technology platform, and independently undertake the R&D task of a module or component, complete product design, testing, device selection, documentation, etc

Identify and implement improvements in switchgear design and control systems

Stay current with advancements in electrical engineering technologies and industry trends

Lead research and development efforts to integrate new technologies and methodologies

Contribute to the development of new practices and processes within the design team and assist in implementation of these to improve department performance

Develop technical solutions that are innovative and consistent with organization objectives to a wide range of complex problems

Implement sustainable practices to achieve sustainable outcomes in all facets of practical and technical project work

Identifies practical opportunities for improvement and innovation

Interface with clients to understand their needs and provide technical solutions

Prepare and present technical proposals and reports

Provide technical support and troubleshooting during and after project implementation

Independently respond and resolve general technical issues related to production and market problems

Qualification

Electrical designSwitchgear designControl systemsElectrical design softwareProject managementProactive approachTechnical supportProblem-solvingCommunication skillsTeamworkInterpersonal skillsFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field; Master's degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus

Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in electrical design, with a strong focus on switchgear and control systems

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while developing accurate and detailed electrical control designs

Expert in switchgear design, electrical protection systems, and control panel design

Proficiency with electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP)

Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements

Capable of taking individual ownership of projects and working in a team environment

Proven project management experience with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while responding appropriately within the fast-moving business environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

Display a proactive flexible approach to working within a team environment