Power Systems Controls Engineer

Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services and Systems division is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer to join our team in Charlotte, NC or Asheville, NC. This is a hybrid role with up to 50% travel.

About the role

As a Power Systems Controls Engineer, you will provide field service systems integration engineering and technical consultation for customers in the areas of power system design and microgrid system design, programming, installation, start-up, maintenance, repair, and training.

The Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service integrator of the necessary systems, equipment, and technologies to provide complete power systems solutions. Our team of talented engineers and technicians provides single point responsibility and seamless integration, transcending all major manufacturers of HMIs, PLCs, protective relays, and switchgear controls related components.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, test, and deploy software for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) for Automatic Power Transfer applications (Main-Tie-Main, Main-Gen, Main-Tie-Main-Gen, etc.).
• Follow customer specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.
• Select components and create bill of materials.
• Provide sketches, mark-ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.
• Prepare customer submittals, Sequence of Operation (SOO), and test procedures.
• Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
• Troubleshoot systems onsite and remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with at least 1 year of experience with power distribution applications.
• This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver’s license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; this includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.

Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Power Monitoring and Control Systems and associated protocols (Modbus, etc.).
• 2+ years’ experience with power system controls.
• Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting, test and repair techniques.
• Strong computer literacy - working knowledge of all software packages relevant to successful performance of tasks.
• Knowledge and practice of safety precautions related to working with automation and power systems.
• Demonstrated ability to provide service and represent company interests in developing customer relationships to assure long-term customer satisfaction.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Pay

The expected annual salary range for this role is $71,000 - $105,000 a year. This role also offers paid overtime.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Benefits

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. 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.