Chief Engineer- Switchgear Circuit Breakers

Eaton Corporation • Coraopolis, PA

9h

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic technical leader to drive innovation, strategy, and excellence across our Low and Medium Voltage Power Circuit Breaker product lines. This role will lead global engineering teams in new product development, process improvement, and technical leadership to support business growth and industry leadership. Technology Strategy & Innovation: Develop and execute technology roadmaps aligned with business goals. Lead innovation initiatives and intellectual property development. Product Development Leadership: Guide global teams through the full product lifecycle using PROLaunch. Approve requirements, lead design reviews, and ensure technical integrity across projects. Engineering Excellence: Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and capabilities. Promote digital engineering practices and advanced analysis techniques. Knowledge Development & Mentorship: Build subject-matter expertise and lead training programs to foster technical growth across the organization. Standards & Industry Engagement: Monitor industry standards and represent the company in professional organizations and standards bodies. Global Collaboration: Lead cross-regional initiatives with APAC and EMEA teams to develop platform technologies and support global product strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in product design engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in industrial power distribution products and/or systems design
• Minimum of 3 years of experience directly or indirectly leading engineering teams or technology strategy
• Strong analytical, creative and strategic thinking skills
• Written & verbal business and technical communication and presentation skills
• Proven record as a change agent within organizations

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• 15+ years of experience in engineering product design
• Design for Six Sigma training and certification
• Demonstrated experience leading technology development roadmaps
• Knowledge of industrial circuit breaker products and standards

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute technology roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Lead innovation initiatives and intellectual property development.
• Guide global teams through the full product lifecycle using PROLaunch.
• Approve requirements, lead design reviews, and ensure technical integrity across projects.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and capabilities.
• Promote digital engineering practices and advanced analysis techniques.
• Build subject-matter expertise and lead training programs to foster technical growth across the organization.
• Monitor industry standards and represent the company in professional organizations and standards bodies.
• Lead cross-regional initiatives with APAC and EMEA teams to develop platform technologies and support global product strategies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees