Thermal Modeling Engineer

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected.

We are currently seeking a Thermal Modeling Engineer to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy . Vertiv is seeking a thermal engineer to support the development of its global thermal rating tool. In this role, you will be working with a diverse team of engineers in creating and maintaining thermodynamic models of Vertiv’s HVAC products to support the global Sales and Design teams.

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Write accurate yet fast solving mathematical models of HVAC components such as evaporators, condensers, compressors, fluid connections, fans, pumps, etc., using physics-based equations
• Code efficient and stable algorithms to simulate performance of single/multi-circuit HVAC systems such as chilled-water, air-cooled, water-cooled, chiller, pumped refrigeration, etc.
• Develop and maintain a library of heat transfer and pressure drop correlations for single and 2-phase refrigerant flows
• Review published literature for latest methods and correlations and implement them in code
• Investigate convergence and accuracy issues in thermodynamic models and take corrective actions
• Write detailed test plans for component/system testing to obtain data for model validation
• Fine tune and calibrate thermal models against lab data following a scientific approach
• Create detailed project plans and lead the assigned projects to completion
• Perform complex data analysis, properly document results, and prepare presentations

What will make you successful?

• MS Degree in mechanical, energy engineering or related science to thermodynamics
• 3+ years of experience in developing thermal models and heat transfer analysis of commercial HVAC systems and components
• Strong background in single and two-phase fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics
• Deep understanding of the working of HVAC system and its components through extensive work experience
• Strong coding and unit-testing skills using modern object-oriented programming languages like C#.Net
• Practical Knowledge of numerical methods especially in the context of single and multi-dimension root solvers
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a responsible team player
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and communication tools like MS Teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly
• Native Italian speaker or excellent verbal and written communication skills in Italian
• Residing, or considering the possibility to relocate, near the Vertiv site in Tognana (Padova) will be considered a plus