Job Description

We make what matters work.

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. As part of these programs, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work, they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. And now for the best part - you won't be on a solo mission. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

What sets our Early Talent Programs apart:

• Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.
• Role Exploration: In our programs, you'll explore various roles early on. This allows you to build your skills and maximize your potential for future roles.
• Strategic Networking: Collaborate with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience.
• Global Perspectives: Our Development Program spans diverse businesses and locations enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices.The annual salary for this role is $75,000 (bachelor’s degree) with a $6k sign on bonus and $85,000 (master’s degree) with a $10,000 sign on bonus. This role includes a company vehicle and eligibility to earn premium pay.

Position Overview:

Power. We know all about it. The Electrical Engineering Services and Systems global service team is one of the largest and most experienced teams of power system professionals in the industry. As one of our engineers, you’ll help to provide solutions to our customers’ power problems at every stage of the power system.

The Power Systems Automation and Controls Engineering team is a full-service systems integrator with the capability to integrate the necessary equipment and technologies to provide a complete power automation solution. Our team brings extensive skills and experience with a variety of leading Human-Machine Interface (HMI) software packages enabling us to design graphically rich, easy-to-use operator interfaces that take advantage of the latest standalone or web-based technologies. Our experience transcends a multitude of equipment manufacturers, software packages, and network architectures, including all major OEMs HMI, Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs), and components. We offer single point responsibility, a high level of engineering and systems integration expertise, and a unified focus on cost effective solutions, seamless integration, HMI development, energy management tools, and professional turnkey system design and implementation.

In this development program, you will:

• Implement Power Management and critical monitoring / control systems on-site.
• Provide applied engineering and consultation to customers in system integration, installation, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of power management, control, and mission critical systems.
• Program PLCs for complex power transfer and control schemes.
• Develop SCADA systems and generator control mechanisms.

Our roles are designed to prepare you for both technical and future leadership roles at Eaton. As a new engineer, you will be provided with a structured training and development curriculum; a blend of instructor-led, virtual classrooms, eLearning courses, and on-the-job training provided by expert mentors and team members to assist you in developing your career.

Team Benefits:

• Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, eligible for overtime and travel premiums
• Career growth, mentorship and safety training
• Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone
• Tuition assistance for ongoing learning
• Leads program with bonus pay
• Opportunities across 32 service branches

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or computer science from an accredited institution, with graduation date no later than August 2025
• Must have a valid and unrestricted driver's license and must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Minimum of one internship/co-op experience or an equivalent of 3 months of electrical or computer engineering experience completed at the time of this application
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Overall cumulative GPA of a 3.2 or higher
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a major in electrical, computer, industrial or mechatronics from an accredited institution
• Prior relevant internship or co-op experience within electrical /power industry
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
• Coursework in electrical engineering or computer engineering
• Experience with engineering software (AutoCAD, MATLAB)
• Experience with HMI (Human Machine Interface) software and power monitoring software packages.
• Experience programming of PLC control systems (Power Control, Generator Control, and SCADA)

Position Success Criteria:

• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy.
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
• Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district / state / region / country based on customer requirements.
• Strong computer skills required with Windows Operating Systems and Databases.
• Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc.
• Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems.
• Ability to interface with internal and external customers, salespeople, and other team members on a technical level.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication/presentation skills
• Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district / state / region / country based on customer requirements.
• This position requires you to drive an Eaton vehicle
• Performs physically demanding tasks, requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel. Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels.
• Location will be in one of five major regions within the United States (i.e. Central, Northeast, Southeast, Gulf and West regions); typically in or near a major U.S. city
• This role may include up to 25% travel within a local region

We aspire to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees. We do this by helping all our employees maximize their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing, both at work and at home. Learn more about Eaton’s Wellness Culture Here

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on April 1, 2025.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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