MV Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Medium Voltage Switchgear

Anderson, SC

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to support the design and development of customized switch gear and fabricated products. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing manufacturing drawings, conducting design reviews, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring timely delivery of accurate engineering documentation in a fast New Product Development (NPD) environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed manufacturing drawings and engineering documentation based on project specifications, tender requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Develop 3D models and 2D drawings using Solid Works and AutoCAD.
• Conduct design reviews in accordance with established Design Control Plans.
• Coordinate with Design Managers and Project Managers to resolve technical discrepancies and ensure drawing accuracy.
• Track and communicate BOM changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure all project deliverables are completed within scheduled timelines.
• Follow up on pending technical inputs and maintain design accuracy without assumptions.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support project execution.
• Maintain compliance with company HSE policies and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering process.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Design Engineering role, preferably in switch gear, ETO, MTO, or custom fabrication environments.
• Proficiency in Solid Works, AutoCAD, and Solid Works PDM.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, sheet metal fabrication, structural components, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of GD&T and technical drafting standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in custom manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments.
• Familiarity with fabrication methods, machining processes, and material selection for sheet metal, copper, and aluminum components.
• Proven ability to deliver accurate production drawings and 3D CAD models within project deadlines.

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

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:
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  to learn more.