Senior Design Engineer - Electrical Controls & Wiring

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is seeking a Senior Design Engineer responsible for standardizing engineering systems across the Panelboard and Switchboard product line operations. The role develops best-in-class products through state-of-the-art control schematics and wiring CAD systems, provides technical expertise on power distribution control circuits, and supports nineteen Panelboard and Switchboard operational sites (Sumter, Juarez, El Paso, and 16 Satellites) on design accuracy for new product launches.

This is a hybrid position based at one of the following approved facilities: Sumter SC, Greenwood SC, Asheville NC, or El Paso TX. Relocation assistance is offered to qualified candidates within the United States. Up to 25% travel is required.

Eaton will not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position (including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for protection & control systems, wiring and harness development
• Collaborate with other divisions to develop automation around EPLAN schematics and wiring diagrams from Eaton’s Design Automation tool
• Develop, design, validate, and manage implementation of best-in-class power control circuit designs
• Translate internal and external customer requirements into measurable performance criteria
• Assist in developing schedules and budgets for new product development projects
• Create technical communications: datasheets, interface control documents, test plans, etc.
• Design, model, and test product prototypes
• Maintain and improve existing products through design and competitive analysis
• Work with other Eaton Electrical businesses and outside suppliers to develop new features and design opportunities
• Integrate best practices from each functional team to deliver high-quality, best-in-class designs
• Ensure compliance with applicable national and local electrical codes and standards (UL, NEC, NEMA, OSPHD)
• Represent the product line as lead technical consultant on control wiring
• Act as commercial and technical resource for the product line, including answering complex customer or field sales questions

Requirements

Required (Basic) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum seven (7) years of design experience with electrical distribution equipment and control systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience designing products under UL 50, UL 67, and UL 891 standards
• Two (2) years of experience with EPLAN software package
• Two (2) years of experience with Autodesk Inventor
• Certification for Design for Six Sigma

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills
• Ability to work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within a team environment
• Proficiency in engineering software/tools (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Enovia)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor
• Knowledge of Product Life-cycle management systems and their structure
• Fabrication methods for sheet metal, plastic, copper, and aluminum
• Proper bus joint design

Pay

Expected annual salary range: $113,000 – $165,000. Actual compensation is based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market and business considerations.

Schedule & Location

Hybrid role located at one of the approved facilities: Sumter SC, Greenwood SC, Asheville NC, or El Paso TX. Relocation assistance offered to qualified U.S. candidates. Up to 25% travel required.

Benefits

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and several programs for paid and unpaid time away from work. Specific programs and options may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and collective bargaining agreements. Eaton Benefits Overview