Lead Power System Engineer

Eaton Corporation•Nashville, TN

2d•$97,000 - $143,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Be part of something powerful. Eaton leads the industry with the largest, most experienced team of field service technicians and engineers, and we’re not slowing down. We’re expanding our team with driven professionals who want to work on impactful projects, solve real-world challenges, and grow their careers with a company that’s shaping the future of power management. We're hiring a Lead Power System Engineer in Knoxville, Nashville or Memphis, TN or Louisville, KY to provide applied engineering and technical consultation for customers in the areas of power systems studies, power quality analysis, installation, startup, maintenance, repair and training. This is a hybrid role with approximately 25% regional travel. The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
Minimum of 7 years of electrical engineering experience
Must reside within a 50-mile radius of the work locations listed
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 H1B, H1-B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
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.
Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
Power Quality Measurements, Harmonic Analysis
Basic Distribution System Design
Strong theoretical understanding of power system analysis for low- and medium-voltage applications.
Experience with power system analysis including short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash hazard analysis.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Engineering
PE License
IEEE Senior Membership
Active in Local IEEE
Technical Paper Authorship

Responsibilities

Provide technical consultation in power systems studies, power quality analysis, design, installation, startup, maintenance, repair, and training.
Independently manage assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery within budgeted cost estimates and maintaining job cost accountability.
Interpret customer specifications and inquiries to develop tailored technical proposals and pricing strategies.
Provide innovative solutions that may include equipment upgrades, system testing, and design enhancements to improve performance and safety.
Lead and mentor engineers on medium-sized projects, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
Conduct and analyze Short-Circuit, LV/MV Coordination, and Arc Flash studies with precision and insight.
Execute large studies and projects independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving and project management skills.