<p>Senior NPDI Engineer - Two-Phase Liquid Cooling Systems</p> <p>Job Summary:</p> <p>The Senior NPDI Engineer supports new product development activities by providing strong technical leadership in two-phase liquid cooling technologies and driving execution across the entire product development lifecycle. This role serves as a key contributor to the successful delivery of advanced cooling solutions by combining deep system-level understanding of two-phase physics with disciplined execution of NPDI processes. A successful candidate will demonstrate both domain expertise in two-phase cooling system design and integration, and fluency in product development systems including BOM management, DVT analysis, PLM tools, and cross-functional collaboration within a stage-gated framework.</p> <p>Business Unit Job Summary:</p> <p>The Senior NPDI Engineer will support the development and launch of next-generation two-phase liquid cooling products within Vertiv's HDLC business. These solutions are designed to meet the thermal demands of high-performance computing, AI, and hyperscale data center environments. This position provides the opportunity to lead technically challenging programs within a global organization, engaging with cross-functional partners across engineering, sourcing, manufacturing, quality, and program management to deliver products that are technically sound, manufacturable, and compliant with safety standards.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Drive end-to-end development of two-phase liquid cooling systems including system architecture, component selection, and integration of evaporators, condensers, pumps, and sealed loop assemblies. </li><li>Lead execution of NPDI deliverables including BOM creation and management, PLM workflows, design validation testing (DVT), and engineering change management. </li><li>Analyze system-level thermal performance and collaborate with validation teams to interpret DVT results and resolve issues related to flow stability, critical heat flux, and two-phase behavior. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams-electrical, thermal, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality-to ensure system-level integration and product readiness. </li><li>Support alignment to compliance and safety certifications, and contribute to internal design reviews, documentation, and gate review milestones. </li><li>Provide technical leadership in reviewing supplier designs, validating hardware test results, and ensuring performance-to-cost targets are met. </li></ul> <p>Education & Certifications:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or related field (Master's preferred) </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum 15 years of experience in new product development, with at least 10 years focused on liquid cooling systems </li><li>In-depth understanding of two-phase thermal principles, including phase-change physics, flow instabilities, and heat transfer limits </li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage NPDI stage-gate processes, including PLM workflows, BOMs, ECOs, and DVT planning/execution </li><li>Proficient in PLM tools (e.g., PD Cloud, Windchill, Oracle Agile), and familiar with CAD systems (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) </li><li>Strong collaboration and communication skills across global teams </li><li>Familiarity with component reliability testing and compliance standards for thermal systems </li><li>Ability to interpret test data, assess root cause, and drive resolution across engineering and manufacturing functions </li><li>Fluent in English; ability to travel as needed (~20%) </li></ul> <p>About Vertiv</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Work Authorization</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>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 help.join@vertiv.com.</p> <p>#LI-AC2</p>