Innovation Lab Manager

Innovation Lab Manager

Vertiv is a strategic partner helping data centers evolve to meet the demands of AI, HPC, and edge computing. Our validated system designs, modular systems, and global expertise position us as a true thought leader in the industry. We are looking to further enhance our ability in Advanced Research, Product Innovation and Customer Experience. We are looking for an individual to start a new team and create something unique at Vertiv and in the industry. If you are a thought leader and interested in building something exceptional then contact us!

Job Summary

The Innovation Lab Manager leads lab programs that validate system-level technologies across emerging domains including power, thermal, control, and mechanical systems. This role is responsible for managing lab resources, ensuring safety and compliance, fostering innovation, and aligning lab activities with strategic product goals. In addition, this role and this team will support system level demonstrations for customers.

The Innovation Lab Manager will establish and evolve lab capabilities to support rapid prototyping, system integration testing, and cross-functional collaboration. This role serves as a key interface between engineering, product management, and technology partners to accelerate Vertiv's innovation pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain lab infrastructure to support validation of emerging technologies.
• Lead cross-functional lab programs to evaluate new concepts, prototype systems, and validate performance, safety, and interoperability.
• Manage lab personnel, equipment, and processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, customers and external partners to align lab efforts with strategic product development goals.
• Establish and promote best practices for innovation testing, data collection, and reporting across global teams, including gathering of VOC.
• Define and implement lab protocols for advanced power conversion, thermal management, intelligent controls, and modular mechanical systems.
• Support FAT / FWT testing and system-level integration for prototype and pilot products.
• Drive continuous improvement in lab capabilities, safety standards, and innovation culture.
• Contribute to technology roadmaps and participate in early-stage concept evaluations.

Requirements

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

OUR BEHAVIORS

Vertiv is a $8.0 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers' vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

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.

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 help.join@vertiv.com.