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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Controls Application Engineer - **Company:** Vertiv Corporation - **Location:** Westerville, OH, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Data Centers, Modbus, Simple Network Management Protocols, Structured Text, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Bacnet, Iec61131-3 - **Published:** October 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/60290450-controls-application-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * 3-5 years of experience in HVAC controls application engineering, preferably precision cooling/data center environments * Experience generating ETO configurations or custom application variants for thermal/HVAC products * Proficiency in structured text (IEC 61131-3) and/or C/C++ * Familiarity with BMS protocols (Modbus, BACnet, SNMP) and system integration * Ability to create clear, customer-facing Sequences of Operation documentation * Strong customer-facing communication skills - able to translate technical controls concepts for non-controls audiences * US work authorization required Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Kanban/Agile delivery methodologies in an engineering context * Knowledge of precision air conditioning systems and data center thermal management * Familiarity with Vertiv controller platforms or equivalent * Experience supporting sales engineering teams in a technical pre-sales capacity * Understanding of UL, ASHRAE, and NIST frameworks relevant to data center cooling * Prior experience in a global, matrixed engineering organization Key Competencies * Customer Orientation- Understands customer/sales urgency and delivers actionable technical support with appropriate responsiveness * Requirements Translation- Converts customer requests and market signals into structured, executable Kanban initiatives * ETO Discipline- Manages custom application delivery with rigor, balancing speed with baseline integrity * Global-Local Balance- Injects AMER needs into the global baseline without fragmentation * Communication- Bridges the gap between controls engineering depth and customer/sales accessibility The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities., 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. ## Description The Controls Application Engineer supports the AMER DX / CW / EDGE product line by acting as the primary interface between customers, sales engineering, and the global Application team. The role focuses on ingesting AMER-specific requirements into the software application layer - generating ETO (Engineer-to-Order) configurations, creating Sequences of Operation (SOO) by request, and translating regional needs into Kanban initiatives for execution over global baselines. Responsibilities Customer & Sales Support * Serve as the technical controls interface for AMER Sales Engineering and customers on PA product applications * Respond to pre-sales technical inquiries regarding controls capabilities, communication protocols, BMS integration, and custom sequences * Support bid/proposal activities with controls-specific technical content, SOO documentation, and application feasibility assessments * Provide post-sales application support including commissioning guidance, controls configuration clarification, and field issue triage * Interface with AMER Service for escalation resolution and field feedback loop ETO Application Generation & SOO Creation * Generate ETO software application variants based on customer-specific requirements (custom sequences, protocol configurations, I/O mapping, setpoint strategies) * Create and maintain Sequences of Operation (SOO) documentation per customer/project request, ensuring alignment with the delivered application * Validate ETO requests against platform capabilities and global baseline constraints * Maintain ETO backlog visibility and delivery timelines in coordination with the Application team Requirements Ingestion & Kanban Execution * Capture recurring AMER market/customer requirements and translate them into structured Kanban initiatives for regional execution over the global PA baseline * Distinguish between one-off ETO customizations and requirements warranting baseline integration * Prioritize and groom the AMER PA Kanban backlog in collaboration with the Regional Controls Leader and Product Line * Ensure traceability from customer/market request - Kanban card - implemented feature - validated release * Participate in Kanban cadences (replenishment, delivery planning) to maintain flow and predictability Cross-Functional Coordination * Collaborate with the global Application team (EMEA) to ensure AMER regional initiatives integrate cleanly into the global PA baseline * Interface with Product Management on feature prioritization and roadmap alignment * Coordinate with Quality/Regulatory on documentation requirements for AMER-specific variants * Support CRA compliance activities where AMER-manufactured PA units are destined for EU market, * Customer Focus * Operational Excellence * Innovation * Financial Strength VERTIV 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 * Promote transparent & open communication