Project Support Engineer (jr)

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.  With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Junior Project Engineer supports the successful planning, coordination, execution, and completion of engineering projects. Working under the guidance of a Project Manager or Senior Engineer, the role assists with project scheduling, technical documentation, stakeholder communication, procurement activities, and site coordination to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Based on industry-standard project engineering responsibilities and internal project delivery role expectations.

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for all testing related activities including dead testing, live testing & relay / protection logic integration. This includes first startup and any subsequent fault finding and issue resolution. Engineers will be expected to travel and attend customer sites for all works including both Vertiv testing and Customer testing regimes. Engineer will be expected to act in a lead capacity both undertaking work and offering management / guidance to Vertiv local engineers and subcontractors 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Project Support

• Assist in the planning and execution of engineering projects.
• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules.
• Track project progress and report issues, risks, and delays.
• Assist in coordinating activities between engineering, procurement, logistics, and site teams.

Maintain project documentation, records, and trackers.

Technical Coordination

• Review technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Support the preparation of method statements, reports, and technical submissions.
• Assist with testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet project requirements and standards.

Site Activities

• Attend project and site meetings.
• Record meeting minutes and track actions.
• Assist with site inspections and progress monitoring.
• Support subcontractor and supplier coordination.
• Assist various specialist engineering functions with onsite activities (cabling, piping commissioning etc)

Commercial & Procurement Support

• Assist in obtaining quotations and managing purchase orders.
• Monitor material deliveries and equipment status.
• Support change management and cost tracking activities.
• Help maintain project budgets and forecasts.

Health, Safety & Quality

• Comply with company Health & Safety policies.
• Participate in risk assessments and site safety reviews.
• Support quality inspections and documentation control.
• Promote a positive safety culture on all projects.

Communication

• Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular progress updates to the project team.
• Build effective working relationships across departments.

 Travel

The role includes extensive travel (circa 80%) within EMEA to support Project Deployment. Working with internal and external partners for the project lifecycle from implementation through to final closure.

INTERACTIONS

Key internal stakeholders:Sales, Service, UK Management, Project Management, Factories, Suppliers;

Key external stakeholders:Clients, Consultants, Contractors, End Users.

 QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES

Essential

• HNC/HND, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent qualification in: 
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Building Services Engineering
  • Project Engineering

Desirable

• Knowledge of construction, M&E, industrial, or data centre environments.
• Relevant internship, placement, or engineering experience.

Reports to: Powertrain Deployment Manager

Function: Service – Project Management

Location: EMEA Wide

If YOU are the person we are looking for, feel free to apply and let's start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

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

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