Presales System Engineering Lead (Powertrain)
Pubblicato il 29-09-2026 - Vertiv Group in Bologna
POSITION SUMMARY
The Pre-Sales Engineering Team Leader for Integrated Solutions plays a key role during the early stages of projects and proposal development for our customers. This position requires competencies across multiple technical disciplines (architecture, civil, mechanical, HVAC, electrical, monitoring and control systems, and fire protection) necessary for developing technical solutions. The role also demands people management and leadership skills, as well as the ability to understand and interpret customer requirements and proposals from both technical and business perspectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers, developing design during the proposal phase of projects (modular data centers, power rooms, cable landing stations)
- Reading and understanding RFQs and tender documentation
- Interpreting customer requirements received through the sales team
- Understanding relevant codes and standards
- Coordinating technical disciplines (architecture, civil, electrical, HVAC, monitoring and control systems, fire protection)
- Technical coordination with customers and suppliers
- Coordinating and supervising the preparation of technical documentation for Vertiv modular data center solutions
- Reviewing documents prepared by team members
- Incorporating customer requirements into proposed solutions
- Providing technical assistance and information during sales activities
- International travel for customer meetings, seminars, and trainings
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience
- Excellent knowledge of data center design, understanding of technical systems, functionalities, and architecture
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with multiple engineering and manufacturing teams to translate architectures and concepts into design and implementation
- Client interaction for presenting solutions and concepts, and through documented specifications
- Leadership skills
- Time management and self-motivation
- Computer skills: proficient user of Windows, MS Office incl. Excel (A), Word (A), PowerPoint (A), AutoCAD
- Technical/practical skills: strong analytical skills, assessment skills, organizational skills
- Core competencies: initiative, creativity, persuasiveness, ability to handle conflict and solve problems, detail orientation, analytical thinking
- Fluent in English
- CAD or similar documentation skills
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
- 10%
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
The anticipated salary range for this role in the Bologna locality is between 52,000 - 65,000 Euro gross per year (based on a 40-hour work week)—salary ranges for other geographic localities may vary. Certain roles are eligible for additional benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the initial interview. Compensation ranges are determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.
The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.
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