What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at Vertiv?
Job Summary
The Test Engineer will work in and support the Product Integrity department of the Power Management business unit. This team executes test cases to meet the design validation phase of the New Product Development (NPD) process. Products may have a regional scope or a global scope.
The Test Engineer will design, plan, track and direct all test activities for Vertiv Product Development (VPD) programs and Engineer-to-Order (ETO) projects; develop test cases, conduct test cases, and review test data. Participate in weekly project meeting by providing schedule updates. Participate in project planning activities to define the scope and schedule of the project. Troubleshoot equipment and units under test. Setup and conduct tests to support field issues.
This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Delaware, OH location.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and track the daily, weekly, and monthly test activities for their projects.
- Request technician support and negotiate resources with the Engineering Test Manager .
- Ensure the test activities are on time and meeting the schedule.
- Setup the unit under test and other equipment which entails connecting large cables (up to 50lbs).
- Setup instrumentation (oscilloscopes, power meters, CTs, voltage probes, and other equipment).
- Execute test cases, operate unit under test, operate the instrumentation, collect data, and document the results.
- Render pass/fail verdicts and report results t0 the development team and project manager.
- Troubleshoot and correct problems with test setups and with units under test.
- Follow 5S and safety policies.
- Suggest continuous improvement opportunities.
Requirements:
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 1 to 3 years of experience OR A.S. in Electrical Engineering and 3 to 5 years of experience OR Equivalent Industry Experience.
- Broad knowledge of electrical and mechanical test techniques.
- Experience with 208/230/480V/600V 3-phase 60/50 Hz wiring and equipment.
- Experience with 120v 1-phase 60Hz wiring and equipment.
- Experience with instrumentation and low volt wiring.
- Experience with electrical safety tools and techniques.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
- General mechanical skills assembling and disassembling electrical equipment including but not limited to, high power electronics, large magnetic components, circuit boards, high current wiring etc.
- Must have good working knowledge and skills in testing of electrical equipment.
- Must be able to read electronic and electrical schematics.
- Good troubleshooting skills related to AC and DC power circuits.
- Basic experience setting up and using oscilloscopes, power meters for 3 phase measurements.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- Ability to stand and/or walk while performing tasks 50% of the time.
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
- 5-10%
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
Our Core Principles: Safety | Integrity | Respect | Teamwork | Inclusion
Our Strategic Priorities
- High-Performance Culture
- Customer Focus
- Operational Excellence
- Innovation
- Financial Strength
Vertiv 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
- Promote transparent & open communication
About Vertiv
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 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.
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