Global Technology Director

• Provide leadership to the department in terms of guidance, coaching and development of the technical staff; selection and retention of employees; and administrative leadership for the department.

Position Criteria:
• Results-oriented leader with a strong commitment to deliver on time while meeting all program objectives.
• Possess excellent leadership skills, broad-based technology knowledge in the power systems space, and a demonstrated track record of building organizational capability across a global technology team.
• Must be well-versed in progressive ideas in interconnected product development and innovation within a global manufacturing environment.
• Have a successful track record working with complex and diverse system solutions.
• A track record of demonstrated success in influencing technology and business leaders with respect to a long-term technology vision, and the appropriate agenda and plans for implementation.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills - both verbal and written
• Ability to lead effectively in a matrix organization, in virtual teams (across different locations), and cross-cultural environments.
• Ability to effectively interact with others, establishing open, candid, and trusting relationships.
• Ability to influence others through utilization of leadership skills.

Required Qualifications:

• 7 years of engineering experience in power distribution systems, smart grids and microgrids, distributed generation or energy storage along with an equal number of years in applied research, new product development or program management
• 3 years of experience managing a highly talented technology team, which includes well-regarded technical talent, across a broad international footprint.
• Demonstrated experience in building organizational technology capabilities through talent acquisition, training and development, and a motivated leadership style that results in increased levels of performance.
• Legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship.

Eaton Leadership Attributes:
• Growth mindset: Demonstrates entrepreneurship, business and financial savvy aligned to the customer.
• Influences, empowers, and fosters the execution of key priorities.
• Demonstrates decision effectiveness: Leverages critical thinking skills and data to create new insights and improve decision speed and quality.
• Followership: Attracts, develops, retains, and promotes talent while creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Values human connections and demonstrates emotional intelligence: i.e., self-awareness, empathy, and resiliency.

Education:
• An undergraduate degree is required. A Master's degree and/or PhD is preferred.

Compensation:
• Eaton recognizes this role as a critical position within the corporation and will create a compelling package consisting of a base salary, employee incentive compensation, including long term incentive and complete benefits.

Location:
• This position will be based in Eaton's Research Lab (co-located with NREL) in Golden, Colorado.

About Eaton:

2025 Annual Investor Conference:
https://www.eaton.com/us/en-us/company/investor-relations/investor-toolkit/financial-reports/annual-investor-conference.html

Sustainability Report:
https://www.eaton.com/content/dam/eaton/company/sustainability/files/eaton-sustainability-report.pdf

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $176249.97 - $258499.96 a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. 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.

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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.

Client-provided location(s): Golden, CO

Job ID: Eaton-49190Golden

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-22T18:39:12