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Firmware Engineer

Company:
Vertiv Group
Location:
Westerville, OH
Posted:
July 10, 2025
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Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Vertiv is seeking an embedded Firmware Engineer to work with a team in developing, supporting, testing and managing application firmware, which is used to control and monitor complex HVAC products, over its entire life cycle. This person will have a deep knowledge of controls firmware and will provide technical expertise to develop, test, troubleshoot, and support embedded firmware applications and infrastructure. HVAC and or chiller specific knowledge is highly desired. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent engineering experience as a controls firmware engineer is required. Other engineering degrees with emphasis on controls will be considered.

This position will be based onsite at our Westerville, OH location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design controls applications based on defined requirements and specifications

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

Full lifecycle firmware application development: Design, programming, debugging, peer review, unit testing, performance tuning, integration

Troubleshoot issues with already existing systems

Product testing and customer witness testing support

Technical writing including commenting code and changes, user guides, and service guides

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

Provide timely and detailed status updates

Ensure high quality standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process driven environment

Other tasks and activities as required by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent with strong emphasis on software: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering

2+ years of experience with embedded controls firmware development and testing

Knowledge of basic programming languages (PLC, Structured Text, C/C++, JavaScript, HTML, Python, Bash Shell)

HVAC and chiller specific knowledge is highly desired

Fluency in English

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Required to work in the office, not a work from home position.

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

10%

Will need to be able to obtain a valid passport for international travel

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

Vertiv is a $8.0 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

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

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 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. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to .

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