[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Vertiv Holdings jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Vertiv Holdings · Tognana, Italy # EMEA Controls Deployment Leader – Thermal Management Tognana, Italy Executive & Management Listed on Vertiv Holdings’s official careers site. Posted April 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Vertiv Holdings’s careers site →](https://egup.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/20260804) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Vertiv Holdings](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/) / EMEA Controls Deployment Leader – Thermal Management ## Job description 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, 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. We are currently seeking a Controls Deployment Leader to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy! The Controls Deployment Leader – Thermal Management (EMEA) is responsible for the execution and delivery of control systems supporting Vertiv’s thermal management solutions across data center projects in the EMEA region. This role drives standardization, quality, and performance of controls for air- and liquid-based cooling technologies, ensuring reliable operation in mission-critical environments. The position partners closely with engineering, commissioning, and field teams to deliver scalable, high-efficiency thermal solutions. What kind of work will you be doing? - Lead deployment of control systems across Vertiv Thermal Management solutions, including: Chilled water and DX thermal systems CRAH/CRAC units Air handling and economization systems Liquid cooling technologies - Execute standardized control architectures, sequences of operation, and alarm strategies aligned with Vertiv global engineering standards - Support cross-functional teams including Thermal Engineering, Integrated Solutions, Project Management, Commissioning, and Field Service - Oversee control panel configuration, PLC programming, network integration, and system validation Lead FAT, SAT, and Level 3–5 commissioning activities, ensuring systems meet design intent and performance requirements - Support for integration with customer BMS/DCIM platforms when requested. - Drive optimization of thermal performance, redundancy strategies (N+1, 2N), and energy efficiency (PUE targets) - Provide on-site technical leadership during commissioning, startup, and customer handover - Identify and resolve field issues, minimizing rework and ensuring first-pass success Capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across EMEA deployments What will make you successful? - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineering (or equivalent experience) - 7+ years of experience in HVAC controls, data center cooling systems, or mission-critical infrastructure Hands-on experience with PLCs, industrial control systems, and communication protocols (BACnet, Modbus, TCP/IP) - Proven experience deploying thermal systems within data centers or critical environments - Knowledge of chilled water systems, DX cooling, and airflow management Experience with various thermal deployments - Familiarity with hyperscale and colocation customers Experience working across multiple EMEA countries and contractor environments - Strong execution and ownership mindset aligned with Vertiv delivery culture Deep technical expertise in thermal management systems and controls - Ability to lead cross-functional and geographically distributed teams Effective communication across customers, partners, and internal stakeholders Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence Key Metrics On-time delivery of Thermal Management controls deployments across EMEA First-pass commissioning success rate (L1–L5) Thermal system performance and uptime compliance Reduction in field defects and rework Customer satisfaction and successful project handover Work Environment Field-intensive role with up to 50% travel across EMEA data center sites - Work in live, mission-critical environments with strict operational and safety requirements Flexibility to support multi-country deployments and varying project schedules Additional Considerations (EMEA) Fluency in English required; additional European or regional languages preferred - Familiarity with EU directives (CE marking, Low Voltage Directive) and regional compliance frameworks Experience working with diverse contractor ecosystems and permitting processes across EMEA 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 #LI-DP1 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@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Apr 2, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 199 days - Location: Tognana, Italy[Apply on Vertiv Holdings’s careers site →](https://egup.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/20260804) ## More jobs at Vertiv Holdings ### [NPDI Project Manager - Thermal Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/24c4ca521ad5ac4d3c13/) Tognana, Italy ### [Senior Director, Operations Execution](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/5b19cc0a7c7702de9bfc/) Tognana, Italy ### [Service Technical Support Engineer, Thermal Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/047b19893d8e13da88f3/) Tognana, Italy ### [Apprendista e Saldobrasatore / Tubista Esperto](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/13a3b6c860bd14768ee2/) Tognana, Italy ### [Assembler / Hourly - Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vertiv-holdings/jobs/7a817a529a6cacf9a655/) Tognana, Italy ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Regional Business Development Team Leader EMEA m/f/d](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/6d12d689024caebb41f0/) Eaton · Budapest, HUN, Czech Republic, Poland, Hunagry ### [Senior Director Emea Customer Success Management Leader London United Kingdom Amsterdam Netherlands](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/equinix/jobs/cac4a8c5e6432d6500a5/) Equinix ### [Controls Engineer, APAC Controls Deployment & Service](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/d1916a6eb5031a870443/) Amazon · AU, VIC, Melbourne ### [Controls Engineer, EMEA Controls](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/amazon/jobs/66fcb684249c5ff9ed89/) Amazon · IT, AT, Asti ### [EMEA Commercial Finance Operations Continuous Improvement Leader m/f/d](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/92ae9bf08f912294ca77/) Eaton · Bonn, DEU, Slough, England, GB, Budapest, Hungary, Nanterre, IDF, FR, Istanbul, TR, Segrate, Lombardy, IT, Vantaa FI, Warsaw, Poland, Gdańsk OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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