Lead Design Engineer - Direct Current

Eaton • Sumter, SC

72d • $93,750 - $137,500

About The Position

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Lead Design Engineer - Direct Current. This role will take place at our facility in Sumter, SC. We are able to offer international relocation and sponsorship to qualified candidates. The Lead Design Engineer - Direct Current is responsible for the achievement of standardization of engineering systems across the Eaton Panelboard and Switchboard product line operations. They will develop best-in-class products and features through product research, design, design validation, deployment, and maintenance in accordance with market needs. This role is also responsible for providing technical expertise on switchboard and panelboard products. This Lead Design Engineer is also responsible for supporting each of the nineteen Panelboard and Switchboard operational sites (Sumter, Juarez, El Paso, and 16 Satellites) with regard to the design accuracy of existing products and the launch of new products and features. The expected annual salary range for this role is $93750.03 - $137500.04 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of design experience with Low Voltage electrical distribution equipment.
• Minimum 1 year of design experience with Direct Current electrical distribution equipment at 250VDC or above.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, electronics engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5 years of design experience with Direct Current electrical distribution equipment at 250VDC or above.
• 2 years of design experience with UL 50, UL 67, and UL 891.
• Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, validate, and manage the implementation of new best-in-class DC (direct-current) power distribution equipment.
• Ability to translate internal and external customer requirements into measurable performance criteria.
• Assist in the development of the schedule and budget for new product development projects.
• Develop technical communications: datasheets, interface control documents, test plans, etc.
• Design, model, and test product prototypes.
• Maintain and improve existing products through design and competitive analysis.
• Work with other Eaton Electrical businesses as well as outside suppliers to develop new features and design opportunities for products within the product line scope and charter.
• Integrate best practices from each functional team to deliver a high quality, best-in-class design.
• Ensure compliance to all applicable national and local electrical codes and standards as they relate to the products we produce (UL, NEC, NEMA, OSPHD).
• Participate in codes and standards organizations as necessary. (UL, NEC, CSA, NEMA, CANENA)
• Represent the product line as a lead technical consultant.
• You will be a commercial & technical resource for the product line, including answering complex customer or field sales questions.
• You will be responsible for new P&S new product development & standard designs.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees