Mechanical DVT Engineer

  • Vertiv Corporation
  • Westerville, Ohio
  • Full Time


If you love solving engineering problems by being hands-on with design of experimentation, test engineering and facility construction projects in our world-class lab, this might be a place for you to thrive! Especially if you have a passion for developing technology to support Artificial Intelligence datacenters!

The Mechanical DVT Engineer will contribute to the test validation of new products; will work in a cross-functional development group; manage a variety of tasks and activities as required in this dynamic environment; and solve complex problems where no precedence exists.

Responsibilities:

* Creation of Design Verification Test (DVT) plans for new liquid cooling products.

* Plan and oversee performance testing (ASHRE/AHRI) then utilize the results to validate designs, system controls, and analytical performance models

* Participate in design and implementation of lab test facility upgrades and expansions, including training of test engineers & technicians

* Collaboration across the disciplines of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, process engineering, as well as production and offering teams. Work with these teams for design reviews, DVT's, technology R&D, and customer witness tests.

* Performs a variety of engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods to verify design requirements, which may include stress calculations, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics

* Develops solutions to complex problems where little or no precedence exists - the use of ingenuity and creativity is regularly required

* Occasional use of CFD/FEA and CAD software

* Work with software team to develop and verify system controls

* Implement test activities to solve field issues, support service department

* Component verification testing for design changes and alternate suppliers

* Create and validate analytical performance models

Requirements:

* Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or directly related degree

* 1+ years of career experience in new product development and/or testing as an individual contributor

* Understand electrical schematic and pneumatic drawings (P&ID)

* Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics

* Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment independently and as a member of a dynamic team; offer and receive constructive criticism

* Excellent project management skills and communication skills

* International travel ~10%

* Preferred Requirements:

* Experience with analytical performance models, various heat transfer fluids (water, glycol, refrigerant)

* Experience writing performance test requests, ASHRAE/AHRI preferred

* Knowledge of psychometric chart and (HCFC/HFC) refrigeration cycles

* Basic knowledge of CFD and/or FEA software, as well as 3D CAD software

* Demonstrated history of delivering quality products to market with understanding and respect for phases of the product development process

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

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Job ID: 485054209
Originally Posted on: 7/13/2025

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