Development Program: Embedded Controls Engineering

Eaton Corporation•Caledonia, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This rotational Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Embedded Control Products is designed to provide participants with enriching experiences and work alongside experienced engineers. Over a three-and-a-half-year timeframe, individuals will complete four rotations, primarily at the Franksville, WI site. The program focuses on developing and supporting embedded control products, which are real-time protective and control products used for smart grid applications in the electrical power distribution industry. Participants will gain a strong understanding of core engineering competencies and a holistic view of technology-driven solutions. Opportunities for rotations include Embedded Software, Software, Hardware, Quality Assurance, Technical Program Management, Power Systems Engineering, Communications/Cybersecurity, and Product Line Customer Support. The engineering teams are dedicated to designing products and services that are more efficient, reliable, safe, and sustainable. Eaton's local footprint in Wisconsin provides state-of-the-art laboratories and manufacturing access.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering at an accredited institution with a graduation date no later than May 2025.
Minimum 2.8 GPA.
Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States

Nice To Haves

Prior Eaton Engineering co-op or internship experience.
Experience using SDLC management tools in a team environment (e.g., Jira, Git, etc.).
Experience with various software languages and frameworks (C/C++, C#, Python, Java, .NET), operating systems (Linux, Zephyr RTOS, GreenHills Integrity), and communication protocols (DNP, IEC 60870-5, IEC 61850, Modbus).
Experience with model designs using UML or similar methodologies.

Responsibilities

Design and implement features for power system intelligent electronic devices and associated interface software, including power system protection algorithms, system diagnostics/prognostics, communication protocols, cybersecurity, and other relay, control, configuration and monitoring functions using C/C++ and .NET/C#.
Develop detailed test plans, specifications, test cases, and test data sets that validate functional, performance, and load test requirements and update existing test procedures based on requirement changes and test analysis.
Design and test electronic circuits and sub-systems including power supplies, analog/digital circuits and peripheral interfaces for microprocessors and microcontrollers.
Provide guidance and investigate issues from internal and external customers providing support and resolution of complex customer issues and application inquiries related to cybersecurity, digital communications, automation systems, and system integration.
Participate in tasks related to new product development including planning, task estimation, design, programming, unit testing, peer review, integration, and release.