Lead Engineer - Electrical

What you'll do:

Eaton announced, on January 26, 2026, the intent to separate its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) into an independent, publicly traded company. We expect to complete the separation by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the spinoff closes, the new companywill provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

This position is part of the Product Engineering team developing Low Voltage and Power Distribution solutions for on- and off-road automotive applications. The incumbent will be responsible for driving the electrical/ electronics architecture and design of Power Distribution modules & Fuse Boxes, Circuit Protection devices (circuit breakers, fuses). In this role, Position will lead technical execution across multiple projects, working closely with engineering managers and cross-functional teams to meet project requirements and timelines. Position will oversee end-to-end product development, from interpreting customer specifications to design, prototyping, and verification and validation (V&V). The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams like application Engg., Manufacturing. Support and SCM across the globe. The incumbent is expected to build good rapport with existing and new customers across the global, predominantly North America. The role will also provide technical guidance to engineers, support design reviews, and ensure alignment with industry standards and customer expectations. It is expected that the position will utilize DFSS concepts / tools such as PDSC, P-Diagram, DFMEA, Risk Management & DVPR for new product development &/or existing product improvements

What you'll do:
If you desire to be part of something special, to be part of a winning team, to be part of a fun team - winning is fun. We are looking forward to Lead Engineer - Electronics Hardware Design in Pune, India. In Eaton, making our work exciting, engaging, meaningful; ensuring safety, health, wellness; and being a model of inclusion & diversity are already embedded in who we are - it's in our values, part of our vision, and our clearly defined aspirational goals. This exciting role offers opportunity to:
• Eaton is a diversified power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power.
• The company is a global technology leader in aerospace fuel, electric and actuation systems for commercial and military use; and truck and automotive drivetrain and powertrain systems for performance, fuel economy and safety; electrical products, systems and services for power quality, distribution, control, and transmission.
• Eaton India Innovation Center (EIIC) has an opening for a Lead Engineer - Electrical / Electronics Hardware Design in LV Power Distribution. This position will be based in Pune, India.
• The individual will be responsible for developing product designs involving electrical / power electronics / hardware design and interface designs from End-to-end.
• Optimize design for energy efficiency and various performance strategies using physical modeling or simulation tools, and providing technical expertise and guidance to team members and mentoring new engineers.
• Champions innovative solutions for design and architecture for Power Distribution modules & Fuse Boxes, Circuit Protection devices (circuit breakers, fuses).

Qualifications:

Graduate in Electrical / Electronics Engineering
10+ years with BE or 8+ years experience with ME / MTech
"Education
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
10+ years with BE or 8+ years experience with ME / M.Tech of industry experience with a proven track record in engineering research, analysis, and product design in Power

Skills:

Distribution modules & Fuse Boxes, Circuit Protection devices (circuit breakers, fuses).
• Hands-on experience in new product development projects within the power distribution or power protection domain.
• Expertise in hardware system design
• Experience in end-to-end product development: design, development, verification & validation, qualification & certification testing, and launch support.
• Exposure to digital communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, RS232, SPI, and I2C.
• Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice/LTSpice/Simetrix, and PSIM/SABER.
• Experience in Power Distribution modules & Fuse Boxes, Circuit Protection devices (circuit breakers, fuses) including solid state technology
• Ability to analyze and simulate power electronics systems including analog, logical, and digital electronics.
• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation systems.
• Experience in validation, verification, and certification processes in automotive or electrical domains.
• Strong understanding of reliability in embedded system design.
• Knowledge of DFSS tools such as FMEA, FMECA, and Monte Carlo Analysis.
• Excellent mastery of the FMEA method for new product design.
• Experience in hybrid and vehicle electrification projects.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety processes.
• Knowledge of quality standards and certifications including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.