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 $5 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.
Our team in Ireland is the largest electrical switchgear manufacturer in the UK & Ireland, pioneering unique in-house integrated power solutions tailored to each individual client project. We believe that our people are our best asset and have invested in people at all levels of their careers.
POSITION SUMMARY
Vertiv are seeking to recruit an ambitious and motivated Student Mechanical Design Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be in full time third level education where they must take a 1 year placement in industry. The candidate will be rewarded with a market-leading salary, excellent opportunities for development, and extensive support within the switchgear Product Management/R&D Department and where they will be part of the ongoing success of one of Ireland’s leading engineering companies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reporting to the Department Head this position presents an excellent opportunity to gain
exposure to the Mechanical design aspects of electrical switchgear and contribute to product improvements of same.
• The main remit of the role will involve working with senior design engineers and the Switchgear Product
manager in the preparation of detailed mechanical drawings and documentation for LV Switchgear products and other support functions for this part of the business.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Be enrolled in a third level Engineering course with a bias towards Mechanical Engineering
• An understanding of Engineering Design Principles.
• Working knowledge and experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with MS Office packages: Outlook, Word, Excel, etc
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
• Standing for long periods.