Controls Engineer

Description

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing, supporting, testing and managing application software, which is used to monitor and control complex thermodynamic engineering machinery in applied systems, over its entire life-cycle. Fundamental skills and experience in reliable controls development for complex HVAC products, including a high level of appreciation for refrigeration systems and the fundamentals of thermos/fluid principles, are required for this position, as well mandatory knowledge of main controls technology and its relevant application.

This person will also be in charge to own the controls solution around new special projects, then document it and work as team player with other Controls Engineers to match the product and project needs, including being part of Software (SW) development team. This position also will provide solid configuration management to each part of the project and act according release plans, eventually provides software support to all company areas that requires it, such as Sales, Application Engineering, System Engineering, Procurement, Operation and Service.

Responsibilities:

Job Specific:

Work as part of a team in a global, multicultural environment

Combine all elements to check that output from the program works as intended

React positively to problems and give guidelines for software and hardware changes as needed

Write detailed documentation for the unit and application operation by team and users

Sustaining existing software and applications

Provide active participation in specification development and related documentation

Establish a detailed program specification through discussion with Software architects and Program Managers.

Define and select new hardware components when needed

Provide training to customer engineers about special projects

Provide support:

to Application Engineering to define new features and new functionality as required by customer

to Laboratory and Offering team during customer tests

to Production at end of line tests

to Service Tech Support

on field in case of colocation projects, following the commissioning, the SAT and IST if needed

Help:

to Quality to define the not conformal controls parts

to Sales Team on the specific controls and monitoring discussion with customer

General:

Design controls applications based on defined requirements and specifications

Understand requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking and create specifications based on these requirements

Troubleshoot issues with already existing systems

Technical writing including Software Sequence of Operation (SOO) or technical specifications

Requirement Reviews – Participate in reviews and work with Systems Engineering or Internal Stakeholders to ensure proper implementation of features

Comply with the company safety procedures. Live the company culture of integrity and professional competence

Provide timely and detailed status updates

Quality – Ensure standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process driven environment

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree on a related field of study OR the equivalent combination of education and/or years of relevant work experience.

7+ years relevant project experience working with controls and automation equipment related to development, programming, debugging, as well as support and troubleshooting.

Knowledge of Chillers and HVAC applications, proven experience with most common compressor’s technologies.

Knowledge of Programming Logic Controllers according to IEC 61131-3 standards or similar.

Ideally, basic knowledge of other programming and scripting languages (C/C++, C#, JavaScript, HTML), even academic.

Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues.

Experience in prototype start-up/troubleshooting and laboratory validation.

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 Continuous Improvement

• Learn and Seek Out Development

About Vertiv

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 $8.0 billion in revenue, 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.

Work Authorization

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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