Senior Power Systems Engineer

Be part of something powerful. Eaton leads the industry with the largest, most experienced team of field service technicians and engineers, and we’re expanding our team with driven professionals who want to work on impactful projects, solve real-world challenges, and grow their careers with a company that’s shaping the future of power management.

About the role

This is a hybrid role based in Chanhassen, MN with approximately 25% regional travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical consultation in power systems studies, power quality analysis, design, installation, startup, maintenance, repair, and training.
• Independently manage assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery within budgeted cost estimates and maintaining job cost accountability.
• Interpret customer specifications and inquiries to develop tailored technical proposals and pricing strategies.
• Provide innovative solutions that may include equipment upgrades, system testing, and design enhancements to improve performance and safety.
• Lead and mentor engineers on medium-sized projects, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Conduct and analyze Short-Circuit, LV/MV Coordination, and Arc Flash studies with precision and insight.
• Execute medium-complexity studies and projects independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Cross-collaborate with adjacent functions (Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, etc.) and coordinate with external customers and contractors.
• Lead customer-facing discussions and technical collaborations with excellent communication skills.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy, including role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications.
• Submit to periodic customer-required background and drug screenings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong theoretical understanding of power system analysis for low- and medium-voltage applications.
• Experience with power system analysis including short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash hazard analysis.
• Experience managing a diverse range of small- and medium-sized projects unassisted, within targeted deadlines and budget.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position (e.g., CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H1B, H1-B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability).
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position.
• Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Chanhassen, MN will be considered (Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Bachelor's Degree focused in power.
• PE License.
• IEEE Membership and active participation in Local IEEE.
• General Contractor’s License or Electrical Contractor’s License.
• Experience with power quality measurements and harmonic analysis.

Pay

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000. 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.