Power Systems Proposal Team Leader

About the role

Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services & Systems Division (EESS) is seeking a Technical Proposal Team Leader. The role can be based in Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, Arizona, Nevada or Colorado with up to 25% travel. It is a hybrid position (3 days in office, 2 days from home). The leader manages a team that develops complex technical and commercial proposals for electrical power systems and engineering services across the Western Region, serving government, data center, industrial, commercial, and institutional customers. The role acts as a strategic advisor to customers, sales, and service operations, translating technical concepts into compelling proposals, estimating costs, evaluating requirements, and communicating the value of Eaton’s electrical services solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of proposals for power distribution equipment maintenance, power system services, electrical infrastructure upgrades, and field service projects.
• Guide the team in evaluating electrical drawings, specifications, scopes of work, labor requirements, and project risk to develop accurate technical and commercial proposals.
• Support proposals for government and federal customers, including compliance with applicable contract and pricing requirements.
• Present technical and commercial solutions to customers, consultants, and contractors while clearly articulating the value of Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services offerings.
• Drive adoption of digital technologies, AI-enabled proposal tools, and best practices to improve proposal quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Manage and develop a geographically dispersed team, driving performance, engagement, talent development, and succession planning.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: application engineering, proposal development, engineering, technical sales, or field service operations.
• Must currently reside in Washington, Oregon, California, Utah, Arizona, or Colorado (active‑duty military applicants exempt).
• Current, unrestricted driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (role designated as Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy).
• Ability to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future; Eaton will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical power systems, power distribution, electrical maintenance services, switchgear, circuit protection, field service operations, or related electrical infrastructure environments.
• Experience estimating labor, developing project costs, or supporting technical proposals for electrical service, construction, maintenance, commissioning, or power systems projects.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment and systems including medium‑voltage and low‑voltage power distribution equipment, circuit breakers, switchgear, protective devices, or related infrastructure.
• Experience supporting federal, military, DoD, NAVFAC, or other government contract opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to write, review, and present complex technical proposals to customers and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.

Pay

Expected annual salary range: $129,000 – $190,000. Eligible for a variable incentive program.

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in office, 2 days from home. Up to 25% travel (position includes travel up to 20% as noted elsewhere).