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A 12-month early-career technical development program combining engineering assignments, project support, rotational placements, technical training, mentorship, customer and field exposure, and a capstone project. Participants develop expertise in data center infrastructure, critical power, thermal management, technical solution development, project lifecycle management, and business fundamentals. Successful graduates may transition into permanent engineering, technical services, project management, or technical sales roles.
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PAVE: Building the Next Generation of Vertiv Talent PAVE Associate (Technical Track) Vertiv Early Career Development Program  Location: Melbourne Program Duration: 18 Months Start Date: January / February 2027

Build Your Future with Vertiv

The Program for Aspiring Vertiv Engineers (PAVE) is Vertiv Asia's flagship early-career development program designed to develop the next generation of engineering and technical professionals.

As a PAVE Associate (Technical Track), you will participate in a structured 18-month development journey combining technical training, project exposure, mentorship, rotational assignments, and hands-on learning across Vertiv's portfolio of critical infrastructure solutions.

Participants will develop both technical depth and business understanding while gaining valuable exposure to technologies that power data centers, communication networks, and industrial environments around the world.
 

What You Will Experience

Phase 1: Foundations

Build a strong understanding of:

  • Data center infrastructure fundamentals
  • Critical power and thermal management solutions
  • Industry trends and emerging technologies
  • Vertiv's products, services, and solutions
  • Technical and professional skills

Phase 2: Applied Learning

Gain practical experience through:

  • Engineering assignments
  • Technical solution development
  • Project support activities
  • Customer and field exposure
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Phase 3: Business Acumen

Develop broader business knowledge through:

  • Customer requirements analysis 
  • Project lifecycle management 
  • Commercial and operational fundamentals 
  • Understanding how technical solutions support business outcomes 

Phase 4: Specialization

Deepen your expertise through:

  • Advanced technical assignments 
  • Technical certifications and specialized learning
  • Business-sponsored capstone project
  • Final role assessment and placement
     

Rotational Exposure

Depending on business needs and development plans, participants may gain exposure across:

  • Engineering 
  • Technical Sales Support / Pre-Sales
  • Technical Services
  • Service Delivery
  • Project Management
  • Product Applications
  • Commissioning & Start-Up Support
  • Customer Technical Support

Through these rotations, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of Vertiv's solutions and how they are designed, implemented, and supported throughout the customer lifecycle.
 

Key Development Opportunities

  • Structured 18-month development program
  • Product and solutions training 
  • Hands-on project participation
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and technical leaders
  • Customer site and project exposure
  • Executive and leadership interactions
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Regional networking opportunities
     

Who We Are Looking For

  • Recent graduates or candidates with up to two years of work experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in: 
    • Electrical Engineering 
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Curiosity and passion for innovation
  • Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Interest in critical infrastructure and emerging technologies
     

Why Join Vertiv?

At Vertiv, we power and cool the technologies that drive the world's most critical applications.

As demand for AI, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, Vertiv remains at the forefront of one of the world's fastest-growing industries.

Through PAVE, you will gain practical experience, mentorship, and career development opportunities while contributing to innovative solutions that support data centers, communication networks, and mission-critical environments worldwide.


Program Outcome

Participants will be assessed throughout the program based on:

  • Technical capability
  • Performance and results
  • Learning agility
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Leadership potential

Successful participants may be placed into permanent engineering, technical services, project management, or technical sales roles aligned with both business needs and demonstrated strengths.

Join us and build a meaningful career with a global leader in critical digital infrastructure.


About Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• 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

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected]

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