Development Program: Power System Controls Engineer

Eaton Corporation • Parma Heights, OH

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About The Position

Eaton’s Electrical Services & Systems team provides services across the power system life cycle, integrating and optimizing system components to support safe, efficient, reliable, and up-to-date operations. The Power Systems Solution group is a full-service systems integrator that designs and implements power automation solutions using equipment, technologies, HMI software, and network architectures from multiple manufacturers.

As a Power System Controls Engineer in Eaton’s Early Career Program, you will develop automation and control solutions for systems that power critical infrastructure, from concept through commissioning. The program is intended to prepare participants for technical and future leadership roles through structured training, instructor-led and virtual courses, eLearning, on-the-job training, and mentorship. Assignments and responsibilities vary by participant, and roles are located in one of five U.S. regions, typically in or near a major city. The position requires geographic flexibility and customer-related travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with a graduation date before August 2027.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• At least one internship/co-op experience or equivalent three months of experience in a technician or maintenance role working on or with machines, vehicles, or large equipment.
• Geographic flexibility to relocate within the United States.
• Current, unrestricted, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; position requires driving an Eaton vehicle and is subject to motor vehicle record checks.
• Ability to work variable hours, including nights and weekends, and travel within a district, state, region, or country based on customer requirements.
• Ability to complete required safety training and comply with customer-required background and drug screenings.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, handling tools and materials, and frequently climbing; regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally push or pull more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• May need to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather or temperatures, work in areas with poor lighting or ventilation or dust, and be exposed to high noise levels.
• Experience with HMI software and power-monitoring software packages.
• Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, SNMP, OPC, DDE, and TCP/IP.
• Strong computer skills with Windows operating systems and databases.
• Intermediate networking skills, including troubleshooting network hardware and interfaces such as Ethernet and fiber.
• Knowledge of power-quality meters, trip units, protective relays, and UPS systems.
• Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power-management systems.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting, testing, and repair techniques.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external customers, salespeople, and team members on a technical level.
• Demonstrated ability to provide service, represent company interests, and develop customer relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in a technical engineering field, such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Mechanical Engineering, from an accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Prior work experience in the electrical or power industry.
• Experience testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems.
• Experience programming PLCs.
• Demonstrated leadership experience on campus or in the community.

Responsibilities

• Program programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Write and deploy complex power-transfer and other control schemes, including Main-Tie-Main transfer, load shedding and peak shaving, breaker control, SCADA development, and generator control.
• Validate in a factory setting that systems contain the controls, metering, and monitoring specified in approved drawing packages, including power meters, PLC/HMI automation equipment, protective relays, load sharing, and synchronization.
• Support customer-facing system startup and commissioning efforts.
• Complete and maintain compliance with Eaton safety programs and policies, including applicable Qualified Electrical Worker program requirements and annual recertifications.
• Travel and work variable hours, including nights and weekends, according to customer requirements.
• Drive an Eaton vehicle and, if required, obtain and maintain Department of Transportation non-CDL qualification and comply with applicable DOT requirements.
• Practice electrical safety measures and perform physically demanding field tasks.
• Interface technically with customers, salespeople, and team members, and help develop customer relationships to support long-term satisfaction.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $82,000 and a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.
• Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, with eligibility for premium pay and travel premiums.
• Career growth, mentorship, and safety training.
• Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone.
• Tuition assistance for ongoing learning.
• Leads program with bonus pay.
• Opportunities across 32 service branches.
• Health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Wellness programs supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level