System Architect - Direct Current Solutions
Eaton's Electrical Sector is seeking a System Architect - Direct Current Solutions to develop and model direct current power systems from DC source to servers. This role may be located in Moon Township, PA (preferred), Raleigh, NC or Milwaukee, WI. Relocation assistance will be provided within the continental United States, and a hybrid work model (3 onsite/2 remote) is available.
Reporting to the Senior Manager of Product Development for Direct Current, this position will collaborate closely with Eaton's data center customers and the Chief Power Distribution Engineer to recommend optimal power system strategies for direct current (DC) applications. These strategies will be translated into technical requirements for circuit protection devices, switchgear, switchboards, panelboards, busway systems, and related equipment.
The Systems Architect and the DC Systems team will work cross-functionally with multiple Eaton product lines to develop innovative solutions tailored to this emerging market. This role will lead the design and development of advanced power system solutions specifically for the data center industry.
In this role you will:
• Develop detailed power system models for direct current power distribution in data centers. Model trade-offs in cost, electrical efficiency, thermal optimization and safety protection to find optimal value for our data center customers.
• Work with Eaton experts in system modeling, power electronics and power distribution to develop specifications and boundary conditions for each product line to develop winning new products for the overall DC system.
• Work with Eaton's system and product reliability experts to model the uptime/reliability of various DC power distribution system concepts.
• Collaborate weekly with product line teams to provide feedback and potential trade-off solutions to technical challenges during new product development.
Your Qualifications:
• Deep knowledge of data center and/or other large facility power distribution systems with understanding of AC and DC power distribution circuits, power conversion from AC to DC and associated power management and controls
• System Modeling expert with proven expertise in relevant simulation tools, e.g. PSCAD, Simulink
• Minimum (5) years experience in product development and/or engineering
• Minimum two (2) years in Direct Current power distribution systems
• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
Preferred Qualifications:
• Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience, including ability to define systems architecture requirements and traceability to systems models across multiple levels of systems abstraction and modeling fidelity
• Experience in protective device coordination, building ground architectures, and ground techniques
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 $141000.03 - $206800.04 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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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)