Development Program: Power Systems Engineer

Eaton Corporation • Smyrna, GA

10d

About The Position

Eaton’s Early Career Power Systems Engineer program prepares new engineers for technical and future leadership roles. Participants receive a structured development curriculum that combines instructor-led training, virtual classrooms, eLearning, on-the-job experience, and mentorship. The program offers broad exposure to customers, work locations, and career paths within Eaton’s power distribution service organization.

Power Systems Engineers provide professional engineering, design, analysis, and technical consultation services to help customers’ electrical systems operate reliably, efficiently, and safely. The work combines technical modeling and data analysis with customer interaction, including local field visits. Engineers support clients throughout projects, from initial planning through onsite presentations and training, and may work across power systems studies, power quality analysis, equipment startup, installation, maintenance, and repair. The role is based in one of five U.S. regions, typically in or near a major city, and may involve up to 25% local-regional travel.

The position offers an annual salary of $82,000 and a $6,000 sign-on bonus. Eaton also describes a competitive total rewards package, guaranteed 40-hour base pay with eligibility for premium pay, career growth, mentorship, safety training, tuition assistance, and opportunities across 32 service branches.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering focused on Electrical or Electrical/Computer Engineering from an accredited institution, with graduation before August 2027.
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• At least one internship/co-op experience or an equivalent of three months of electrical experience completed by the time of application.
• Geographic flexibility to relocate within the United States.
• Strong analytical, computer, writing, and presentation skills.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy.
• Submit to periodic customer-required background and drug screenings.
• Able to meet the stated physical demands, including regularly lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Prior relevant internship or co-op experience in the electrical or power industry.
• Undergraduate specialization in power systems analysis, including three-phase circuits, and electric machines.
• Experience with engineering software such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, SKM, EasyPower, and/or ETAP.
• Demonstrated leadership experience on campus and/or in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide applied engineering and technical consultation for multiple customers in power systems studies, power quality analysis, equipment startup, installation, maintenance, repair, and training.
• Support a broad portfolio of clients from project start through final onsite presentation and training.
• Interpret specifications and customer inquiries to develop technical proposals and power system recommendations.
• Use technical modeling and data analysis to recommend improvements to customers’ electrical systems.
• Build and sustain relationships with the Eaton sales team and end users while providing high-quality customer support and solutions.
• Participate in local field visits and deliver customer presentations and training.
• Complete applicable safety program requirements, including relevant portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker program and required annual recertifications.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $82,000 and a $6,000 sign-on bonus.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Guaranteed 40-hour base pay and eligibility for premium pay.
• Career growth, mentorship, and safety training.
• Tuition assistance for ongoing learning.
• Opportunities across 32 service branches.
• Health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Wellness resources supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

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