Internship Program: Power System Controls Engineer

Eaton Corporation•Coraopolis, PA

1d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

We make what matters work. You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Career Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work; they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to define and reach your career goals. What sets our Early Career Programs apart: Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities. Global Perspectives: Diverse work locations and comprehensive customer portfolios are a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits. Role Exploration: Gain insight into various careers within Eaton through extensive services that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable power systems at every stage. Strategic Networking: Benefit from networking and mentorship opportunities within one of North America's largest and most experienced power distribution service organizations. Tangible Learning: See firsthand how Eaton is powering the future of Power Distribution through real world application and customer service. In a Power System Controls role, you’ll develop automation and control solutions for systems powering critical infrastructure, from concept through commissioning. You’ll work on complex control architectures and real-world applications, building technical expertise in programming, system design, and implementation. It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead. Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The hourly salary for this role ranges from $20.77 - $25.96 per hour.

Requirements

Actively enrolled or received a degree in a bachelor’s or master’s program with a focus in engineering from an accredited institution
Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
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.
Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Strong analytical, computer, writing and presentation skills
Performs physically demanding tasks, requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel. Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels.
This role may include up to 25% travel within a local region.
Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in a technical (Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science) engineering program from an accredited institution
Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
Prior electrical/power industry related experience

Responsibilities

Program Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s)
Write and deploy complex power transfer and other control schemes including Main-Tie-Main transfer schemes, load shedding/ peak shaving schemes, breaker control schemes, SCADA system development, and generator control.
Validate system contains proper controls, metering and monitoring. Controls include Power meters, automation equipment (PLC/HMI), protective relays, load sharing, synchronization, etc. per approved drawing package while in factory setting.