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Offer Senior Engineer

Today Santa Ana, Costa Rica

What you'll do:

Job Summary
Responsible for providing advanced technical-commercial support to the Sales organization through the development of accurate project budgets and configuration (pick development) using Eaton BidManager. The role combines strong electrical engineering knowledge with software development and programming orientation, enabling the design, customization, and maintenance of pick logic and configuration rules using PickWorkbench and related development tools, as well as the use of standard software development platforms such as Visual Studio, version control through commits, and agile project management tools like Jira. The position ensures that project quotations are technically compliant, cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with Eaton pricing, margin, delivery, and digital configuration standards for low and medium voltage electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

Job Responsibilities
A. Analyze electrical drawings, technical specifications, and tender documents to develop complete bills of materials and technical configurations for projects involving low and medium voltage equipment (panelboards, switchboards, MCCs, MV switchgear, transformers, power quality solutions, among others).
B. Develop, configure, and maintain project solutions using Eaton BidManager, including pick development and rule logic creation in PickWorkbench to support accurate and automated product configuration.
C. Design, test, and optimize configuration logic, pricing rules, dependencies, and constraints to ensure reliable and scalable BidManager picks aligned with Eaton product strategies.
D. Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets by using Eaton quotation tools and coordinating with Eaton manufacturing plants, engineering teams, and approved external suppliers.
E. Establish initial pricing levels in accordance with corporate pricing guidelines, project size, sales channel, and project phase (budgetary, feasibility, tender, execution).
F. Support negotiations related to product costs, delivery lead times, and technical alternatives to achieve optimal cost-benefit solutions for customers.
G. Maintain strong technical knowledge of Eaton's product portfolio and digital configuration architecture to provide value-engineered alternatives, technical clarifications, and differentiation strategies in a competitive market.
H. Provide technical, digital, and commercial handover support to Project Management, Order Entry, and IT/Tools teams, ensuring alignment between quotation scope, configuration logic, and ERP execution.
I. Support the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of part numbers, configuration models, pick logic, and special assemblies related to project and product requirements.
J. Collaborate with engineering, digital, and product management teams to deliver technical documentation, drawings, material lists, and configuration rules required for local manufacturing, engineered-to-order solutions, or global deployment.
K. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to BidManager, PickWorkbench, configuration accuracy, automation, and software development best practices.
L. Ensure compliance with Eaton policies related to Occupational Health, Environmental Management Systems, ISO standards, and internal digital governance."

Qualifications:

Education level required / Nivel educativo requerido

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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical, Automation Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
Desirable specialization or coursework in software development, automation, or information systems.

Years and area of experience / Años y área de experiencia requerida

Minimum of 3 years of experience in project estimation, technical sales support, electrical system configuration, or configuration tool development roles.

Technical knowledge / Conocimientos técnicos

Programming or scripting orientation; experience with logic-based configuration, data models, and structured rule development. (habilidad logica)
Ability to understand and translate engineering requirements into configurable software logic.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); advanced Excel skills are desirable. (la logica primero se executa en Excel)
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.
Strong knowledge of low voltage electrical equipment; medium voltage knowledge is desirable.
Intermedio English proficiency (written and verbal). (entrenamiento y equipos de USA) - Advanced is a plus.

Desirable

Desirable experience in pick development, rule-based configuration systems, or CPQ tools.
Experience in the design and configuration of power and control panels for electrical distribution applications is highly desirable.
Working knowledge of ERP systems, order entry processes, and integration between CPQ and ERP tools.

Skills:

Soft skills / Habilidades blandas

+Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset with a high focus on accuracy and logic consistency.
+Development-oriented thinking with the ability to structure problems, debug configuration issues, and propose scalable solutions.
+Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
+Strong customer and internal stakeholder orientation, including the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
+Results-driven with strong ownership of both technical and digital deliverables.
+Effective communication skills to interact with sales, engineering, manufacturing plants, digital teams, suppliers, and customers.
+Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
+Project-oriented mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

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Client-provided location(s): Santa Ana, Costa Rica
Job ID: Eaton-61718SanJose
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-28T18:38:33

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)