Controls Engineer

ph3Who are we? /h3pAt 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. /ppWe are currently seeking a bControls Engineer /b to join our dynamic team in bPiove di Sacco (PD), Italy /b /ppThe Controls Engineer will design, develop, test, and support application control software for HVAC and refrigeration systems used in critical infrastructure (including data center cooling). /ppThis role sits in the Engineer-to-Order (ETO) team, working on both standard product controls and customer-specific solutions, from requirements through commissioning. The Controls Engineer will collaborate daily with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Software Architecture, Application Engineering, Validation, Manufacturing, and Service. /ph3What kind of work will you be doing? /h3pControl software /pulliAnalyze product and customer requirements and contribute to functional specifications. /liliDesign, implement, and maintain control applications for HVAC/refrigeration systems (PLC / industrial controllers, IEC * or equivalent). /liliVerify and validate software against functional, operational, and quality requirements. /liliDiagnose control issues in lab, production, and field; propose software and, where relevant, hardware improvements. /liliMaintain technical documentation: Sequences of Operation (SOO), functional descriptions, control logic, and interface specs. /liliDefine requirements for HMI/user interfaces, communication networks, and protocol integration (e.g. Modbus, BACnet, CAN, EtherNet/IP). /li /ulpDelivery with other teams /pulliSupport Application Engineering on new functions and customer-specific solutions. /liliSupport Lab / Product Validation, including customer witness tests. /liliSupport Manufacturing on production deployment and end-of-line testing. /liliSupport Service and field teams on troubleshooting, commissioning, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated System Testing (IST) when required. /liliWork with Quality on controls-related non-conformities; support Sales on technical discussions when needed. /liliDeliver targeted technical training to internal teams and customers on specific solutions. /li /ulpOther

responsibilities:
/pulliParticipate in design and requirements reviews; follow Vertiv engineering standards, safety rules, and the software development process. /liliUse version control and configuration management (Git, GitHub). /liliProvide clear project status and manage multiple deliveries to agreed dates. /li /ulh3What will make you successful? /h3ulliBachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience. /liliMinimum of 2 years relevant project experience working with controls and automation equipment related to development, programming, debugging, as well as support and troubleshooting (IEC * or equivalent). /liliWorking knowledge of HVAC, chillers, or refrigeration, including typical compressor types and how control logic interacts with the thermodynamic cycle. /liliFamiliarity with at least some of: Modbus, BACnet, CAN, EtherNet/IP. /liliAbility to write clear technical documentation in English and work in an international, multidisciplinary team. /liliExperience in at least one of: prototype bring-up, lab testing, commissioning, or product validation. /li /ulh3Nice-to-have /h3ulliDeeper refrigeration/thermodynamics or fluid-dynamics background applied to controls (superheat, capacity control, oil management, etc.). /liliC/C++, C#, or Python for tools, simulation, or complementary application software. /liliKnowledge of software version-control systems (Git, GitHub) /liliHMI/web interfaces (including JavaScript/HTML where relevant). /liliOPC UA, BMS integration, or data-center cooling applications. /liliExperience in a regulated / process-driven product environment. /liliCustomer-facing commissioning or training. /li /ulh3General Skills /h3ulliMS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy /liliGood English written and oral communication skills /liliMust be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude /liliMust be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy /liliMust have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines /liliMust be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely /li /ulh3We are looking for someone who will: /h3pWork on structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis; ensure quality in a process-driven environment; has the ability to work independently without losing al