Project Support Engineer (jr)
Company: Vertiv
Role summary
Project Support Engineer (jr) is a role at Vertiv in United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-08-28. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Project Support Engineer (jr)
- Company
- Vertiv
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-28
This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity at Vertiv, perfect for someone looking to get started in engineering without a degree. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience and have room to grow within the company.
Job description
At 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.
JOB SUMMARY
The Junior Project Engineer supports the successful planning, coordination, execution, and completion of engineering projects. Working under the guidance of a Project Manager or Senior Engineer, the role assists with project scheduling, technical documentation, stakeholder communication, procurement activities, and site coordination to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Based on industry-standard project engineering responsibilities and internal project delivery role expectations.
The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for all testing related activities including dead testing, live testing & relay / protection logic integration. This includes first startup and any subsequent fault finding and issue resolution. Engineers will be expected to travel and attend customer sites for all works including both Vertiv testing and Customer testing regimes. Engineer will be expected to act in a lead capacity both undertaking work and offering management / guidance to Vertiv local engineers and subcontractors
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Project Support
Assist in the planning and execution of engineering projects.
Support the development and maintenance of project schedules.
Track project progress and report issues, risks, and delays.
Assist in coordinating activities between engineering, procurement, logistics, and site teams.
Maintain project documentation, records, and trackers.
Technical Coordination
Review technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
Support the preparation of method statements, reports, and technical submissions.
Assist with testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
Ensure engineering deliverables meet project requirements and standards.
Site Activities
Attend project and site meetings.
Record meeting minutes and track actions.
Assist with site inspections and progress monitoring.
Support subcontractor and supplier coordination.
Assist various specialist engineering functions with onsite activities (cabling, piping commissioning etc)
Commercial & Procurement Support
Assist in obtaining quotations and managing purchase orders.
Monitor material deliveries and equipment status.
Support change management and cost tracking activities.
Help maintain project budgets and forecasts.
Health, Safety & Quality
Comply with company Health & Safety policies.
Participate in risk assessments and site safety reviews.
Support quality inspections and documentation control.
Promote a positive safety culture on all projects.
Communication
Liaise with clients, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Provide regular progress updates to the project team.
Build effective working relationships across departments.
Travel
The role includes extensive travel (circa 80%) within EMEA to support Project Deployment. Working with internal and external partners for the project lifecycle from implementation through to final closure.
INTERACTIONS
Key internal stakeholders:Sales, Service, UK Management, Project Management, Factories, Suppliers;
Key external stakeholders:Clients, Consultants, Contractors, End Users.
QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES
Essential
HNC/HND, Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent qualification in:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Building Services Engineering
Project Engineering
Desirable
Knowledge of construction, M&E, industrial, or data centre environments.
Relevant internship, placement, or engineering experience.
Reports to: Powertrain Deployment Manager
Function: Service – Project Management
Location: EMEA Wide
If 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!
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS : Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Customer Focus
Operational Excellence
High-Performance Culture
Innovation
Financial Strength
OUR 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
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