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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.\nWe are currently seeking a Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy!\nThe Controls Engineer will design, develop, test, and support application control software for HVAC and refrigeration systems used in critical infrastructure (including data center cooling).\nThis 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.\nWhat kind of work will you be doing?\nControl software\nAnalyze product and customer requirements and contribute to functional specifications.\nDesign, implement, and maintain control applications for HVAC/refrigeration systems (PLC / industrial controllers, IEC 61131-3 or equivalent).\nVerify and validate software against functional, operational, and quality requirements.\nDiagnose control issues in lab, production, and field; propose software and, where relevant, hardware improvements.\nMaintain technical documentation: Sequences of Operation (SOO), functional descriptions, control logic, and interface specs.\nDefine requirements for HMI/user interfaces, communication networks, and protocol integration (e.g. Modbus, BACnet, CAN, EtherNet/IP).\nDelivery with other teams\nSupport Application Engineering on new functions and customer-specific solutions.\nSupport Lab / Product Validation, including customer witness tests.\nSupport Manufacturing on production deployment and end-of-line testing.\nSupport Service and field teams on troubleshooting, commissioning, Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated System Testing (IST) when required.\nWork with Quality on controls-related non-conformities; support Sales on technical discussions when needed.\nDeliver targeted technical training to internal teams and customers on specific solutions.\nOther responsibilities:\nParticipate in design and requirements reviews; follow Vertiv engineering standards, safety rules, and the software development process.\nUse version control and configuration management (Git, GitHub).\nProvide clear project status and manage multiple deliveries to agreed dates.\nWhat will make you successful?\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience.\nMinimum of 2 years relevant project experience working with controls and automation equipment related to development, programming, debugging, as well as support and troubleshooting (IEC 61131-3 or equivalent).\nWorking knowledge of HVAC, chillers, or refrigeration, including typical compressor types and how control logic interacts with the thermodynamic cycle.\nFamiliarity with at least some of: Modbus, BACnet, CAN, EtherNet/IP.\nAbility to write clear technical documentation in English and work in an international, multidisciplinary team.\nExperience in at least one of: prototype bring-up, lab testing, commissioning, or product validation.\nNice-to-have\nDeeper refrigeration/thermodynamics or fluid-dynamics background applied to controls (superheat, capacity control, oil management, etc.).\nC/C++, C#, or Python for tools, simulation, or complementary application software.\nKnowledge of software version-control systems (Git, GitHub)\nHMI/web interfaces (including JavaScript/HTML where relevant).\nOPC UA, BMS integration, or data-center cooling applications.\nExperience in a regulated / process-driven product environment.\nCustomer-facing commissioning or training. \nGeneral Skills\nMS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy \nGood English written and oral communication skills \nMust be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude \nMust be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy \nMust have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines \nMust be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely\nWe are looking for someone who will: Work on structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis; ensure quality in a process-driven environment; has the ability to work independently without losing alignment with Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Architecture.\nIf 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!\nThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.\nOUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.\nOUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES\nCustomer Focus\nOperational Excellence\nHigh-Performance Culture\nInnovation\nFinancial Strength\nOUR BEHAVIORS\nOwn It\nAct With Urgency\nFoster a Customer-First Mindset\nThink Big and Execute\nLead by Example\nDrive Continuous Improvement\nLearn and Seek Out Development\nThe anticipated salary range for this role in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy is between 41.000€ to 53.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. 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