Open since Jun 2026
Electrical System Engineer
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Designs electrical systems and equipment for engineered-to-order data center products such as static transfer switches, power distribution units and remote power panels, producing drawings, bills of material and quotations. Coordinates with application engineering, suppliers and factory testing teams.
About this role
Who are we?
At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.
We are currently seeking a Electrical Engineering to join our dynamic team in Castel Guelfo (BO), Italy!
The Electrical Designer/Engineer works on design projects to meet customer requirements in a team environment. This position requires meeting project goals such as schedule, manufacturability, and cost. This position will consist of creating designs, drawings, bills of material, and processing Engineering Change Orders.
The Electrical Designer/Engineer primarily works on Engineering-to-Order (ETO) design projects to meet customer requirements in a team environment. These designs will typically be Static Transfer Switches, Power Switches and Distribution units, Power Switching Cabinets, Remote Power Panels (RPP) for use in data centers. Will be required to meet project goals such as schedule, manufacturability, and cost. This position will consist of creating designs, drawings, bills of material, and processing Engineering Change Orders.
What kind of work will you be doing?
- Evaluates with AE team the custom technical requests, verify the feasibility, design, and define the cost of the customized solutions.
- Prepare and submit official quotations in accordance with ETO internal guidelines.
- Create mechanical and electrical drawings, Bill of Material (BOM), specify parts. All following the PLM rules.
- Create submittal drawings for finished design.
- Liaise with sub-suppliers to optimize and select the most competitive solutions.
- Liaise with Application Engineering team to provide technical advice and information.
- Liaise with OPC (Order Processing Center) Team for ETO activities coordination.
- Support to the FWT team (Factory Witness Test) for the additional tests required by the ETO.
- Support prototype building process.
- Develop plans and provide schedule updates.
- Cooperate with the other engineering functions during the definition of the ETO specification.
- Provide good teamwork behavior with the Electrical team as well as other teams to establish productive cross-functional conditions.
What will make you successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
- Associate degree in electrical engineering and 10+ years of relevant experience OR
- High School Diploma and 15+ years of relevant experience.
- Must have good planning, organizing, documentation and communication skills. Must be team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
- Capable of utilizing a personal computer and various applications programs, i.e., spreadsheets, CAD, word processing, communications, etc.
- Deep knowledgeable on power switchboards and distribution systems
- Deep knowledge on pertinent standard IEC 62310 (STS) and IEC 60439 (LV switchgear and control gear)
- Knowledge of NEC and UL is a plus.
If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!
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
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The anticipated salary range for this role in Castel Guelfo (BO), Italy locality is between € 35,000 to € 44,000 gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.
The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.
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