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Global Switchgear - Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Description:

The Global Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Manager is a core member of the New Product Development Introduction (NPDI) & Global Operations team. In this role, the AME will collaborate with the cross functional teams globally to drive time to market requirements, operational excellence & capacity planning to support business growth. The AME will accomplish this by leading the industrial transformation & supply chain readiness activities according to the project scope & business needs. The individual in this position will be able to interpret the voice of customer and translate those requirements into several defined process areas including but not limited to: Design for Manufacturing, FMEA analysis, supply chain mapping with optimization (lead time, cost, capital), prototyping & piloting, manufacturing facility layouts and product line testing.

This is an onsite position at Vertiv's HQ Campus in Westerville, Ohio.

Core Focus:

  • Global Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Switchgear manufacturing technology & process
  • Responsible for the Global Operational Scenario Mapping, Plan/Investment, & interlock/alignment w/Key Stakeholders (ie. Business Unit Leaders, Regional Operations, ELT, etc.)
  • Lead NPDI/ETO-C/Design Transfer/Strategic Initiative projects - Phase 2 - 4 (Concept, Approve Execution, Design)
  • Key Inputs: Stakeholder Requirements Specification (Project offer requirements/VOC, i.e. lead time, cost targets, launch regions, forecast, revenue etc.)
  • Key Outputs: Mfg Tech Readiness Level, Supply Chain Architecture scenarios, Landed Product Cost, Capex plan, Mfg TTM targets, Operational Risk Assessment, Product build plan (i.e. prototyping), DFM scope/plan/execution
  • Responsible for interlock and hand-off w/Regional AME Teams - Phase 4 - 6
  • Point of contact between Business Unit & Global Operations
  • Lead the MTRL (Manufacturing Technology Readiness Level) for new & current technologies
  • Support Key Supplier/ODM Selection & Qualification
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Responsibilities:

  • Core functional member within New Product Development (NPD) Global project teams.
  • Ensures appropriate resources & priorities are aligned w/Global Roadmaps & Key Strategic Projects.
  • Extensive communication/coordination/alignment and participation with cross-functional teams & project meetings
  • Project Managers
  • Design Engineering
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Executive Leadership
  • Insure DFx is applied during NPDI project.
  • Coordinate the manufacturing requirements of new products, from project concept to release of new products.
  • Direct all stages of prototype builds and pilot runs.
  • Works with Manufacturing Engineers and Materials teams to develop documentation for new products (bills of material, routings, and manufacturing instructions).
  • Communicate project requirements', actions, and status with other departments.
  • Track and publish NPI Deliverables using defines tools and databases.
  • Operations Plans
  • Manufacturing Process Flow Charts
  • Production Readiness Evaluations
  • Cost Analysis - cost estimates and standards costing
  • Specifies Capex investment requirements for the new offer - new equipment and tooling requirements.
  • ATE Function. Responsible for oversight of the new offer product Automatic tester development. DFT review, PCBA ICT, FCT development and Product Function test.
  • Component Function. Responsible for oversight of the new design component qualification. Include Tooling analysis. Parts Quality. PQCS.PQCP, PPEP and Compliance check.
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Requirements:

  • 10 to 15 years of experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
  • Strong knowledge in New product development (PMP) process.
  • Strong knowledge in Switchgear development & manufacturing process &/or adjacent products
  • Strong knowledge in the SC&M management and architecture build.
  • Knowledge in the Advanced Manufacturing Technology - Digital/Connected factory ecosystem, Automation, Digital Twin
  • Excellent knowledge in project management.
  • Knowledgeable in PCBA manufacturing process.
  • Knowledgeable in New Product Design DFM/DFX. FMEA, Control Plan.
  • Knowledgeable in lean manufacturing.
  • Knowledgeable in Parts Commodity management.
  • Knowledgeable in the Product Cost Management.
  • Knowledgeable in MS Office (Power Point, Excel, Word)
  • Knowledgeable in Problem Solving Tool's (ie. FMEA, DOE, Quality Tools, etc)
  • Knowledge in 6 Sigma. (Green Belt certificated and Black Belt Training certificated)
  • Excellent experience for Executive, cross culture communication and leadership
  • Well-developed administrative skills
  • PC and business software - word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and project management tools
  • Project Management
  • Communication Skills - Customer Oriented
  • NPD/NPI Experience
  • Advance Manufacturing Training/Exp (ie. Lean, Six-Sigma, etc.)
  • Digital/Connected Factory experience
  • AI tool adoption/usage
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Education and Certifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering/Technology or equivalent experience.
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Travel Time Required:

  • 25%
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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. & .

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • High-Performance Culture
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength
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OUR BEHAVIORS

  • Own It
  • Act With Urgency
  • Foster a Customer-First Mindset
  • Think Big and Execute
  • Lead by Example
  • Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Promote Transparent and Open Communication
  • Learn and Seek Out Development
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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 more than 30,000 people worldwide and nearly $8 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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 , , , , creed, , status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, , / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, , protected veteran status, political affiliation, or . If you have a and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

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.

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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

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to , , , , creed, , status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, , / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, , protected veteran status, political affiliation, or .

Global Switchgear - Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Westerville, OH
Full time

Published on 02/04/2026

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