Placement Student - Software Engineering

Placement Student - Software Engineering

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented student for a 3rd year Placement within our Software Development Department. This opportunity offers hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, global engineering environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous learning are core values. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced software engineers on real‑world projects, contributing to the design, development, testing and deployment of software solutions that support our engineering operations and digital transformation initiatives.

This placement is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline who are eager to apply their knowledge in a professional setting and gain exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and international best practices.

• Assist in the design, development and maintenance of software applications used across engineering functions.
• Learn to write clean, efficient and well‑documented code under the guidance of developers and lead engineers.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including engineering, QA and IT to gather requirements and test solutions.
• Assist with conducting software testing and debugging to ensure the reliability and performance of applications.
• Contribute to the documentation of software designs, user guides and technical procedures.
• Assist in the deployment of applications to development, testing and production environments.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and development practices relevant to the team’s tech stack.
• Learn to follow established development workflows, version control practices and security protocols.

• Basic understanding of PLC programming and industrial control systems.
• Interest in / familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI (Human‑Machine Interface) design and communication protocols such as Modbus, Ethernet/IP or Profibus.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

International site travel may be a requirement for this position.

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

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.

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