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Lead Validation Engineering Technician

6 days ago Raleigh, NC

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Lead Validation Engineering Technician.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $56000 - $ 70,000 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.

What you'll do:

The Lead Validation Engineering Technician is an exciting role providing technical support for engineering teams in the development of new Eaton power system products and accessories. This role will support 3-phase UPS ( Uninterrupted Power Supplies) products typically utlized in commercial data centers and instituitions.

What you'll do:
- Install equipment & instrumentation for use in evaluation of power systems products
- Perform product testing to industry standards
- Use computer-based test equipment for recording and analysis of test data
- Organize test data and prepare test reports
- Fabricate, modify and repair electronic assemblies and related hardware
- Test lab maintenance and organization

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Electrical/Electronics related degree from an accredited institution.

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• Minimum three (3 years) experience in an engineering or technical role.
• Willing to work in a high-power lab test environment. (600vac, 1K DC).

• 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."

• Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.

• Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, NC. Relocation is not available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with low voltage electrical systems.
• Understanding of electronic circuit theory and troubleshooting.
• Experience with component parametric evaluation.
• Use of electronic test instrumentation.
• Experience with setup and test for product certifications.
• Electromechanical prototype fabrication experience.
• PCBA rework, modification and soldering techniques.
• Knowledge of basic electricity.
• Collaborative orientation.

• Previous experience/knowledge with UPS and/or power electronic products.

• Previous Coursework in power electronics .
• Lab experience around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.

• Must possess effective and verbal communications skills.
• Must possess good organizational and prioritization skills to maintain and address multiple assigned projects and expectations.

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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): Raleigh, NC
Job ID: Eaton-60554Raleigh
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-14T18:45:34

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • 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
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • 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
  • 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)