Senior Project Engineer

About the role

Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer based onsite at our Fibrebond manufacturing campus in Minden, LA. Relocation assistance is available to candidates currently residing in the US.

Responsibilities

• Manages the drawing process with the assistance of an assigned drafting team beginning at customer approval through as-built drawing stages.
• Prepares original layout of building interiors and exteriors based on customer requirements and specifications, including generator set, switchgear motor controls, power control equipment, routing of conduit and electrical wiring, and structural configuration of building.
• Configures electrical systems and wiring, alarm systems and wiring, and environmental control systems.
• Designs mechanical and structural systems for assigned projects.
• Specifies components and purchased parts.
• Prepares AutoCAD drawings as necessary.
• Enters and maintains current project information in the Engineering Database.
• Responsible for meeting established schedule and deadlines for his/her projects.
• Assists project management personnel and answers questions related to projects.
• Interacts with production personnel and answers questions related to project design and execution.
• Interacts with customers and outside engineering/architectural firms to answer questions and develop appropriate building configurations.
• Communicates with and coordinates work performed by outside sub-contractors.
• Aids Quality Control on minor quality issues.
• Maintains equipment installation requirements.
• Interfaces with other Engineers and Designers for building design decisions.
• Travels to meet with customers, providing technical support for business development and project management (less than 20 days per year).

Qualifications

• Basic (required) Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (or similar technical discipline) from an accredited institution.
  • Three (3) years of experience as an electrical or mechanical engineer or similar technical engineering role, working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD 2D drafting software.
  • Familiar with the content of the National Electric Code and other national and local Electrical and Building Codes.
  • Knowledge of engineering processes such as calculations including load calculations, equipment layout, normal and emergency standby distribution, lighting layout, lighting calculations, power and lighting controls, grounding, and value engineering.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Five (5) years of experience as an Electrical or Mechanical Engineer or similar technical engineering role, working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proficient in Solidworks 3D modeling software.
  • Expertise with the content of the National Electric Code and other national and local Electrical and Building Codes.
  • Experience in power generation/distribution industry.

Benefits

The expected annual salary range for this role is $71000 - $105000 a year. Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Fibrebond, an Eaton company, designs and manufactures pre-integrated modular buildings and power enclosures that protect mission critical equipment for data center, industrial, utility, and communications customers. Headquartered in Minden, Louisiana, Fibrebond is known for its engineered to order solutions that support complex infrastructure projects across North America. In 2025, Fibrebond was acquired by Eaton, expanding Eaton’s modular solutions portfolio while preserving Fibrebond’s strong engineering expertise, customer focus, and manufacturing operations in Louisiana.