Director, Datacenter Power Systems Architectures

Vertiv

  • Delaware, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job Category: Management- Products and Solutions - EngineeringJob Description:Job Summary:Vertiv is seeking an experienced leader and visionary Power/Energy Systems Architecture Director with strong product and application expertise supporting our hyperscale, colocation and enterprise customers. The Director, Datacenter Power Systems Architectures is pivotal in developing end-to-end power and energy solutions for our data center clients, aligning our internal product roadmap with key industry trends and defining new optimized architectures. The ideal candidate will possess deep familiarity with diverse electrical systems, power delivery networks, and the evolving energy infrastructure of modern data center operations.The ideal candidate will demonstrate product development and application experience, technical expertise, strong customer relations skills, and proficiency in defining product roadmaps. This role involves deep engagement with strategic customers and working with global cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and execute solutions. The candidate will be responsible for evaluating diverse technical approaches and carefully synthesizing ideal solutions. The candidate must be able to balance theoretical concepts with practical implementation.This position will be based onsite at Vertiv's Delaware, OH office location.Key Responsibilities:
  • Define and execute strategies for datacenter architectures ensuring alignment with organizational goals and customer needs.
  • Lead the architectural definition and evolution of current and future datacenter architectures.
  • Foster strong relationships and establish credibility with customers to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product management, business development, and sales teams to develop innovative solutions that align with market demands.
  • Innovation: Identify emerging technologies and trends in power and energy systems, integrating them into customer solutions.
  • Define evaluation criteria for assessing datacenter architectural fit with customer needs.
  • Participate in and represent Vertiv in relevant industry consortiums.
  • Maintain relevant industry knowledge regarding regulations pertinent to future datacenter architectures.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related field); Master's degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in the energy market, with specific expertise in power and energy ecosystems.
  • 5+ years in critical infrastructure power delivery; ideally in data center or high-density power design.
  • Engineering: Clear understanding of diverse electrical systems segments with an ability to translate experiences between them.
  • Power Systems Background: Experience with both AC and DC architectures
  • Leadership: Confident, mature, with ability to connect and motivate others. Ability to lead projects and teams that successfully achieve milestones and complete deliverables.
  • Analytical Thinking and Decision-Making: can confidently consider tradeoff decisions
  • Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: A team player and builder, works across product lines as well as geographies.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and certification requirements relevant to energy systems (i.e. IEEE, IEC, UL, others…).
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 VertivVertiv 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 AuthorizationNo 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 EmployerVertiv 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.#LI-RB1About the Team:Work AuthorizationNo 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 EmployerWe 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.

Vertiv