Engineering Technician

Job Summary

Vertiv is hiring an Engineering Technician in Lincoln, NE to support various projects and products for the new product development and sustaining engineering teams of its rack power distribution business unit.

Responsibilities :

• Prototype printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) soldering and rework
• Assemble and prepare power distribution units for engineering Device Validation Testing (DVT)
• Assemble and prepare power distribution units for reliability testing
• Assist engineering in Device Validation Testing (DVT)
• PCBA troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Assist with first article inspection, testing, and related reports
• Functional test fixture support, including ordering parts, building, testing, and maintenance
• Build custom cables and adapters
• Assist with alternate component selection and testing
• Set up firmware programmers for production
• Mentor new engineers about best practices for soldering and lab equipment usage
• Help keep the engineering lab organized, clean, and stocked

Requirements :

• Associate Degree or equivalent in technical field
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electronics and wiring
• Strong communication skills
• Strong soldering skills, including soldering of fine pitch components and SMD passives
• Ability to follow detailed directions and test instructions
• Understand engineering concepts
• Proficient in using lab equipment, such as oscilloscopes, benchtop power supplies, and multimeters
• Proficient in using computers and office software
• Ability to read and understand schematics
• Must have good problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and quality
• Understand and follow electrical safety procedures and precautions
• Medium Lifting required 30-45 lbs.
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts)
• Protective Equipment Required (eyewear, safety shoes, etc.)
• Preferred Qualifications :
• Familiarity with standards related to electronic assemblies such as IPC-A-610
• Proficient using calibration equipment, such as loads, power supplies, and power analyzers
• Proficient in using hot-air workstations and preheaters
• Proficient in soldering advanced technology components such as BGAs and QFNs
• Experience troubleshooting circuitry operating up to 240 / 415VAC

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 $;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 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