Product Engineer - Energy Storage

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.

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Job Description

We are currently seeking a Product Engineer – Energy Storage to join our dynamic team in Castel Guelfo (BO), Italy!

The Product Engineer will act as the subject matter expert and design owner for large battery backup products deployed with Vertiv uninterruptible power supplies. This position works closely and continuously with others from research & development, field service, technical writing, sales, and manufacturing engineering to maximize customers’ satisfaction with Vertiv’s products and implement ongoing design changes.

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Design owner for large commercial battery backup systems using lithium-ion or other battery chemistry.
• Invent, prototype, test and implement design changes to prevent recurrence of a problem, pursue cost-out opportunities, or add value to a product.
• Create or revise technical documentation for a product.
• Assist with troubleshooting by investigating emergent problems at customer sites or in local factories. Regional travel to a customer site (typically a datacenter) is typically required every 4-6 months.
• Assist with creating user manuals for new Vertiv products being launched.
• Occasionally interact with customers directly, either in support of quoting/sales or in response to problems.
• Occasionally operate test equipment up to 700V and 1.6MW in support of the activities above.
• Occasionally design, build, and modify simple test equipment.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in an Electrical Engineer role.
• Customer oriented and available to travel.
• Good English language knowledge.
• Must have good planning, organizing, documentation and communication skills.
• Must be team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to lead and coordinate project tasks with other engineering teams globally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in any of the following areas is desirable:
• Analog or high-voltage circuit design
• Industrial equipment design
• Commercial or industrial power infrastructure
• Uninterruptible power supplies
• Sensor & microprocessor integration
• Lithium-ion battery management systems
• Experience certifying one or more products with a listing agency such as UL or CSA
• Knowledge of NEC or NFPA 855 is desirable but not required.
• Experience using 2-dimensional CAD is desirable but not required.

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 Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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 .

The anticipated salary range for this role in the Bologna locality is between 38,000 - 47,000 Euro gross per year (based on a 40-hour work week)—salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the initial interview. Compensation ranges are determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including skills, experience, and job responsibilities. xysqume

The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.

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