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Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Senior Design Engineer. This is a hybrid role located at one of our approved facilities: Sumter SC, Greenwood SC, Asheville NC, or El Paso TX. Relocation assistance offered to qualified candidates within the United States.

The Senior Design Engineer 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 through state-of-the-art control schematics & wiring CAD systems. This role is also responsible for providing technical expertise on power distribution control circuits. The Senior Design Engineer is also responsible for supporting each of the nineteen Panelboard and Switchboard operational sites (Sumter, Juarez, El Paso, and 16 Satellites) about the design accuracy of new product that they launch.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 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.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

What you'll do:

• Be the subject matter expert for protection & control systems, wiring and harness development
• Work with other divisions to develop automation around EPLAN schematics and wiring diagrams from Eaton's Design Automation tool
• Develop, design, validate, and manage the implementation of best-in-class power control circuit designs.
• 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).
• Represent the product line as a lead technical consultant with respect to control wiring.
• You will be a commercial & technical resource for the product line, including answering complex customer or field sales questions.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum seven (7) years of design experience with electrical distribution equipment and control systems
• 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 H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience designing products under UL 50, UL67, and UL 891 standards
• Two (2) years of experience with EPLAN software package
• Two (2) years of experience with Autodesk Inventor
• Certification for Design for Six Sigma

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Good verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.
• Proficiency in Engineering software/tools (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor & Enovia)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor
• Knowledge of Product Life-cycle management systems and their structure
• Fabrication methods for sheet metal, plastic, copper, and aluminum
• Proper bus joint design
• Up to 25% of your time traveling

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You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere.

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Engineering

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Perks and Benefits

Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(k) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote from Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity And Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)