Human Resources Director, Critical Power Solutions (CPS)

Eaton Corporation•Raleigh, NC

66d•$158,250 - $232,100

About The Position

Eaton's Critical Power Solutions (CPS) division is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead HR for a high-growth business at the forefront of powering mission-critical infrastructure. This position is based at Eaton's Raleigh, NC location and relocation assistance is offered. This position will lead the HR Strategy for a $1.2B+ Energy Innovator Driving the Future of Power Resilience. With approximately 1,600 employees across five manufacturing/distribution sites and a nationwide service organization, CPS delivers innovative solutions that power data centers, healthcare, industrial, and commercial infrastructure. This role reports directly to the SVP/GM of CPS and partners with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business goals, shape an inclusive and high-performance culture, and build organizational capability during an exciting period of transformation and operational expansion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Minimum ten (10) years of progressive HR experience
Minimum two (2) years people leadership experience
Experience in manufacturing or field-based organizations
Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and compliance practices.
Business Acumen: Ability to anticipate talent needs and align HR strategy with technical and operational goals.
Workforce Analytics: Translate data into actionable insights; influence decisions through compelling storytelling.
Coaching & Assessment: Trusted advisor on talent and organizational matters; closes capability gaps to drive results.
Organizational Design: Leads strategic change to optimize structure, process, and talent alignment.
Change Enablement: Guides leaders through transformation using data-driven insights and a people-first approach.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to the SVP/GM and CPS leadership team, aligning HR programs with business priorities.
Champion a culture of inclusion, safety, and accountability rooted in Eaton's values and "Doing Business Right" philosophy.
Assess organizational health across sites, identify cultural gaps, and implement targeted interventions to drive engagement and performance.
Represent Eaton externally through community partnerships and employer associations to strengthen brand and talent pipelines.
Provide HR leadership with M&A activities and integrations.
Shape and execute the division's talent strategy to attract, develop, and retain top talent aligned with CPS's growth trajectory.
Own succession planning and high-potential development, ensuring a robust leadership pipeline.
Lead competitive compensation and recognition programs that reinforce performance, motivation, and retention.
Lead and develop a team of 15+ HR professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
Drive HR operational excellence through deployment of Eaton Business System (EBS) tools and enterprise-wide best practices.
Promote knowledge sharing across CPS and the broader Eaton HR community to scale innovation and consistency.