Thermodynamic systems engineer
Pubblicato il 21-08-2026 - Vertiv in Italia
Who are we? At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, to 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 and a global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. We are currently seeking a Thermal System Engineer to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy . Vertiv is seeking an experienced thermal engineer to support the development with global thermal system modeling tools. In this role you will work with a diverse team of engineers to create and maintain thermodynamic models of Vertiv's thermal products to support the global Sales Application 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 and diagrams. Code efficient and stable algorithms to simulate performance of single/multi-circuit HVAC systems such as CRAC chilled-water, air-cooled or water-cooled chiller, pumped refrigeration systems, etc. Develop and maintain a library of heat transfer and pressure drop correlations for single and two-phase refrigerant flows. Review published literature for the latest methods and correlations and implement them in code. Investigate convergence and accuracy issues in thermodynamic models and take corrective actions. Collaborate with Control Engineering to implement the correct unit's control software on system simulation tools. Write detailed test plans for 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