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Eaton’s ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Lead Design Engineer - Direct Current. This role will take place at our facility in Sumter, SC. We are able to offer international relocation and sponsorship to qualified candidates.

The Lead Design Engineer - Direct Current is responsible for the achievement of standardization of engineering systems across the Eaton Panelboard and Switchboard product line operations. They will develop best-in-class products and features through product research, design, design validation, deployment, and maintenance in accordance with market needs. This role is also responsible for providing technical expertise on switchboard and panelboard products. This Lead Design Engineer is also responsible for supporting each of the nineteen Panelboard and Switchboard operational sites (Sumter, Juarez, El Paso, and 16 Satellites) with regard to the design accuracy of existing products and the launch of new products and features.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $93750.03 - $137500.04 a year. This position 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.

What you’ll do:

+ Develop, design, validate, and manage the implementation of new best-in-class DC (direct-current) power distribution equipment.

+ Ability to translate internal and external customer requirements into measurable performance criteria.

+ Assist in the development of the schedule and budget for new product development projects.

+ Develop technical communications: datasheets, interface control documents, test plans, etc.

+ Design, model, and test product prototypes.

+ Maintain and improve existing products through design and competitive analysis.

+ Work with other Eaton Electrical businesses as well as outside suppliers to develop new features and design opportunities for products within the product line scope and charter.

+ Integrate best practices from each functional team to deliver a high quality, best-in-class design.

+ Ensure compliance to all applicable national and local electrical codes and standards as they relate to the products we produce (UL, NEC, NEMA, OSPHD).

+ Participate in codes and standards organizations as necessary. (UL, NEC, CSA, NEMA, CANENA)

+ Represent the product line as a lead technical consultant.

+ You will be a commercial & technical resource for the product line, including answering complex customer or field sales questions.

+ You will be responsible for new P&S new product development & standard designs.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.

+ Minimum 5 years of design experience with Low Voltage electrical distribution equipment.

+ Minimum 1 year of design experience with Direct Current electrical distribution equipment at 250VDC or above.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, electronics engineering from an accredited institution.

+ 5 years of design experience with Direct Current electrical distribution equipment at 250VDC or above.

+ 2 years of design experience with UL 50, UL 67, and UL 891

+ Certified Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

Skills:

+ Good verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem-solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.

+ Proficiency in Engineering software/tools (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor & Enovia)

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

+ Experience with Autodesk Inventor

+ Knowledge of Product Life-cycle management systems and their structure

+ Predictive analysis such as CFD (thermal flow), FEA (stress analysis), and electro-magnetic

+ Fabrication methods for sheet metal, plastic, copper, and aluminum

+ Proper bus joint design

+ Up to 10% of your time traveling

Additional Information:

Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers. Must be able to successfully manage multiple priorities, analyze complex problems and implement solutions.

Must be able to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel at all management, professional, and technical levels. This position requires a high level of responsiveness and proactive problem solving to reinforce enterprise wide goal of providing world class customer satisfaction. Must be team oriented and self-starter with strong multi-tasking and time management skills.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is primarily based in an office environment.

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