Project Specialist - Thermal Controls

Project Specialist - Thermal Controls Westerville, OH, United States Job Description Job Summary As the Thermal Controls Project Analyst at Vertiv, you will lead and oversee projects focused on the development, integration, and optimization of advanced thermal management systems. These systems are crucial for maintaining the operational efficiency and reliability of critical infrastructure, including data centers. Your role will involve coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, budgets, and resources to execute the roadmap through New Product Development Stage Gate process and ensuring that project objectives are met with a high degree of quality. The Project Analyst is responsible for supporting Thermal controls projects to achieve organizational goals and objectives. This role involves supporting ongoing projects and programs, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that projects and tasks are completed efficiently and within deadlines. This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Westerville, OH location. Responsibilities: Project Leadership: Manage end-to-end project lifecycles for thermal control solutions, from initial concept through to final implementation and post-deployment support. Technical Oversight: Provide technical direction on thermal control systems, including HVAC, cooling systems, and energy-efficient solutions, ensuring that designs meet both performance and regulatory requirements. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and R&D teams to ensure seamless integration of thermal controls with Vertiv's broader product offerings. Stakeholder Management: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies, to align project goals and expectations. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful project outcomes. Budget and Timeline Management: Monitor project budgets, allocate resources effectively, and ensure that project milestones are achieved on time and within budget. Quality Assurance: Ensure that all thermal control solutions meet Vertiv's high standards for quality, reliability, and performance. Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve project management processes, enhance team collaboration, and drive innovation in thermal control technologies. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management, with a focus on thermal management systems or related technologies. Skills: Strong project management skills, including experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project), excellent communication and leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of thermal control systems. Certifications: PMP certification or equivalent is desirable but not necessary. Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of HVAC systems, Controls systems, cooling technologies, and energy efficiency strategies. Physical & Environmental Requirements: None Time Travel Needed: Up to 20% 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 About Vertiv Vertiv is a $8.0 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer 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@vertiv.com. #LI-AC2 About the Team 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. Equal Opportunity 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. Job Info Job Identification 20260118 Job Category Products and Solutions - Engineering Project Mgmt. Posting Date 15/10/2025, 05:17 Locations Westerville, OH, United States