Project Start Up Engineer

Overview

At Vertiv, we design, manufacture, and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. We are the trusted Service Provider for 70%+ of Fortune 500 companies, including industry-leading data centers and providers of colocation and cloud service.

• Vertiv is an industry leader in Technology and Services with a best-in-class Customer Service and Safety culture
• Company leaders have many years of hands-on Field Service experience
• Tremendous focus on employee technical and leadership development
• Technical Training at our Training Academy or Regional Training Center with immersive, hands-on learning
• Competitive benefits include:
  Company vehicle, smartphone, laptop, PPE, tools-of-the-trade, 401k, Profit Sharing, generous PTO/Vacation, Medical, Vision & Dental, and more
• 24/7 Technical/Factory Support and online libraries of product documentation and troubleshooting guides
• Strong work/life balance and veteran-friendly environment

• Responsible for the technical startup for large, high-profile orders as directed by the Site Leader and Senior Project Start Up Engineer. Work under direct supervision or independently based on training and experience.
• Render on-site and phone assistance to customers.
• Perform work-related tasks according to company guidelines for scheduled maintenance.
• Implement Field Change Notices according to published guidelines.
• Keep current on Safety Bulletins, Safety Field Change Notices, Field Change Notices, and Service Tips.

• Operate in a safe manner in accordance with published safety guidelines
• Wear appropriate PPE as per company guidelines and job duties
• Adhere to work hours policy guidelines
• Report all work-related accidents or injuries within 24 hours

• Provide accurate and timely reporting according to company guidelines
• Submit time cards, expense reports, mileage reports, ticket closure, and related forms
• Maintain individual inventory and company property according to policy

• Complete scheduled maintenance documentation properly and provide to the customer and local office on completion
• Aim for a “first time fix” for customer equipment
• Maintain customer satisfaction rates according to company guidelines
• Attend Customer Meetings as required

• Maximize productivity by combining service opportunities
• Complete all work efficiently and in a timely manner
• Make technical decisions under pressure
• Maintain productive utilization rate and perform inventory cycle counts
• Adhere to dress code and safety regulations
• Meet or exceed on-site response time requirements
• Understand and comply with startup/escalation processes

• Equivalent industry experience and/or Technical or Undergraduate Degree
• Strong interpersonal and professional skills
• Reliable, team-oriented, and customer-focused
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic test equipment and fundamentals
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and blueprints
• Ability to assess site conditions and environmental factors
• Basic fix/repair techniques under directed supervision
• Ability to summarize and report all work performed
• Strong skills in: communication, customer service, troubleshooting, safety, organization, planning, computer usage, and mechanical aptitude
• • Operational and planning skills

• Ability to become factory certified on a variety of products interacting with Liebert systems; strong knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution, Generators, Switchgear, and Automatic Transfer Switches
• Willing to travel anywhere in North America ~80% of the time; schedule is project-based and flexible
• No relocation required at this time
• Projects typically last 6-12 months; downtime, PTO, training, regional work, or home-office work may be available
• Typical schedule:
  
  4-6 weeks on-site followed by 1-2 weeks at home base; this varies by project phase
• Accelerated on-job-training (OJT) and opportunities to establish a regional base later

• Field New Hire Orientation
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction
• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety (Instructor Led)
• Safety Online Courses, CPR/First Aid/AED
• Electronic Quality Systems, CAR/PAR, Injury/Incident Reporting
• Stop Work Authority Policy
• Travel is required; flexible schedules may include weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Valid driver’s license; safety-sensitive role requires drug tests and background/MVR checks

No calls or agencies. Vertiv will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided.

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 based on age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic…