Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer

Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services & Systems division is seeking a Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer to lead complex projects involving design, programming, installation, startup, maintenance, and optimization of automated control and power management systems. This hybrid role includes approximately 50% travel throughout the Gulf Region of the United States and works within the Power Systems Controls (PSC) team, a full‑service integrator of power systems and micro‑grid control solutions.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, test, and deploy software for PLCs, data concentrators, multi‑function protection relays, breaker control schemes, generator controllers, and HMIs for automatic power transfer applications.
• Quote general turnkey control schemes: analyze specifications, price labor and materials, and write proposed scopes of work.
• Assist with factory testing and field start‑ups as required.
• Troubleshoot systems both onsite and remotely.
• Select components and create bill of materials.
• Provide sketches, mark‑ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least 3 years of PLC programming and power distribution controls experience or a high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of power distribution controls experience.
• Designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy; current, unrestricted driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record (subject to check).
• Residence within a 50‑mile radius of one of the listed locations (no relocation offered); active‑duty military candidates are exempt.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 + years of experience with power system controls.

Skills

• Compliance with Eaton’s safety program, including the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and required recertifications.
• Ability to complete periodic background and drug screenings.
• Strong knowledge of engineering best practices for automation systems, power management, HMI software, PLC programming, and microprocessor relay programming.
• Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, testing, and repair techniques.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with all software packages relevant to the role.
• Understanding of power system fundamentals and ability to read electrical drawings (one‑lines, control schematics, three‑line diagrams).
• Experience with parts, part masters, and bill of materials creation.
• Knowledge and practice of safety precautions for automation and power management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to provide service and represent company interests to build long‑term customer relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience with HMI software and power monitoring software packages.

Pay

Annual salary range: $86,000 – $126,000. The role also includes paid overtime (premium pay) and a company vehicle. Salary is based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.

Benefits

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