Lead Power Electronics Engineer

Eaton Corporation•Raleigh, NC

9d•$105,000 - $154,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division is seeking a Lead Power Electronics Engineer to join their team. This role supports the product design and development of high-power three-phase UPS’s and products in their Energy Storage lines. The role encompasses all aspects of the product design lifecycle, from concept to production, as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. Eaton is committed to fostering a successful work/life balance and offers opportunities for career advancement. The company designs, manufactures, and services Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, batteries, and electronic-based products to ensure power reliability in demanding applications.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 5 years work experience in electrical product development.
3+ years hands-on experience in electrical design, lab testing and trouble shooting.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of 2 years work experience in power electronics product development.
Ability to interpret and create electrical drawings, schematics and specifications.
Solid knowledge of electrical components, electrical safety, EMC and regulatory requirements.
Knowledge of three-phase power systems, UPS electrical design, power electronics, and power conversion topologies.
Understanding layout design principles and familiarity with schematic entry and PCB design tools like Altium, Cadence, etc.
Experience applying digital control and algorithms to power electronics systems.
Understanding of Magnetics Design for high frequency Power Electronics.
Ability to simulate, analyze, troubleshoot using HIL systems.
Competent with Matlab/Simulink/PLECS and PSPICE.
Analyze and simulate power electronics systems from board level to complex products.

Responsibilities

Successfully launch critical power infrastructure products that meet customer requirements and Eaton safety, quality, reliability, cost and schedule commitments.
Work with cross-functional engineering team to design and develop new products including SiC three-phase UPS's from 20kW to 2.5MW and Lithium Ion 1MW and larger energy storage systems for maintaining critical loads such as datacenters and hospitals.
Specify and qualify electrical components (breakers, fuses, SCR’s, contactors, power cables etc.).
Create circuit diagrams, harness designs, BOM development and technical documentation.
Leverage your skill and experience by giving guidance and leadership to other technical project team members.
Work with global product development teams to solve problems related to performance, functionality, safety, reliability, quality and component availability.
Lead product DVT and validation testing in the lab with a team of engineers and technicians.
Support prototype build, testing and delivery of products to the customer.
Engage cross functional teams to identify optimal layout while balancing Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and long-term serviceability.
Participate in project-wide reviews of requirements, system architecture, and detailed design documents.
Work closely with regulatory experts to ensure design meets UL and other certification body requirements.
Identify opportunities for process, tools, and test methodology improvements, and drive those from concept to implementation.