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Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Electrical Engineer.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $67500.0 - $99000.0 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.

Position Overview:

Eaton’s Electrical Group is currently seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Richmond, VA facility. Relocation assistance is available for this role!

The Electrical Engineer will be involved with the electrical design and development of the product line, supporting project design, development and production of prototype power distribution and monitoring/metering equipment. Research, evaluate, and document electrical hardware design & production methods, equipment, systems, and sub-systems to meet requirements, applying knowledge of standards, codes & engineering design principles. Support the development of comprehensive electrical engineering specifications for New Product Developments (NPD). Support the management and update throughout the prototype development process.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

What you’ll do:

+ Develop comprehensive product electrical designs, installation diagrams & testing plans for NPD. Manage and update throughout product development to production release.

+ Develop electrical aspects of new power distribution & monitoring products, per approved engineering specifications. Test and document new products per approved testing plans. Maintain all design & test documentation within engineering repository system.

+ Support Senior Engineers for the planning and testing and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification of new and existing products. Communicate and support engineering team, designers, and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.

+ Recommend design modifications to improve product line by following and supporting the ECR/ECN/IS09001 and other quality processes. Prepare cost reduction proposals for new and existing products based on cost trades, design improvements and Value-Added Value Engineering (VAVE) process.

+ Cross-train on other product lines like (PDU, RPP, STS, Magnetics and Busway). Create and maintain accurate documentation of concepts, designs concepts, tool drawings and shop orders in coordination with the Quality Assurance and Manufacturing functions.

+ Inspect designs as requested to verify conformance to specifications. Recommend measures to improve production methods and quality of product.

+ Maintain good housekeeping and safe and healthful working conditions in assigned areas. Adhere to safety rules and regulations in engineering and test areas as established by company policy. Work with Production to find more efficient methods of producing work. Participate in activities pertaining to Safety Program. Ensure that all regulatory and internal policies are followed.

+ Other duties as assigned

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology from an accredited institution required.

+ Minimum 3 years of engineering experience.

+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution preferred

+ Experience in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, Autodesk Vault, or similar programs.

+ Experience in design and of electrical systems and preparation of electrical drawings (schematics, powerflow, one line, etc)

Position Criteria:

+ Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

+ Able to work with and present materials clearly to a diverse population

+ Ability to inspire, motivate, influence, and work effectively with diverse teams

+ Proficient in the implementation and interpretation of applicable UL and IEC specifications.

+ Ability to work effectively and lead cross-functional multi-cultural teams

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with a team or individually

+ Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form

+ Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines

+ Must be a team player that has a “sense of urgency”

+ Excellent attention to detail, organization, and planning skills

+ Time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks

+ Ability to simultaneously manage several objectives and re-assign priorities

+ Ability to adapt to changes in work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events

+ Ability to solve complex practical problems

+ Ability to read technical documents and drawings

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.

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 (https://www.youreatonbenefits.com/candidates) 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.