Industrial Control Assemblies Electrical Test Specialist

At Eaton’s ES AMER ARS PDCAD division in Arden, NC, we build power distribution and control assemblies that keep facilities running. As an Electrical Technician I, you will champion product integrity—validating performance, refining processes, and ensuring every shipment meets engineered specifications and customer expectations.

Your impact

• Own final inspection and functional testing for structures, units, panels, panelboards, component parts, controls, and complete assemblies.
• Translate schematics and engineered instructions into precise test setups and procedures.
• Diagnose test failures, uncover root causes, and coordinate corrective actions with Engineering, Quality, and production leadership.
• Support customer inspectors and verify orders are complete and compliant.
• Drive continuous improvement across assembly, wiring, calibration, and testing; document and confirm all required changes and repairs.
• Maintain test equipment and calibration; produce accurate records and reports.
• Model safe work practices, PPE use, hygiene, and housekeeping.

Schedule and compensation

• Shift: 3:30pm – 2:00am
• Rate: $26.50 per hour

The pay rate is a benchmark; actual compensation reflects experience, skillset, qualifications, and market/business conditions.

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED (accredited).
• Minimum 2 years in power or electrical distribution.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex electrical circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.

• 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.

Where you’ll work and eligibility

• Arden, NC facility (Power Distribution and Control Assemblies).
• No relocation provided; applicants must reside within 50 miles of the site.
• Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the 50-mile requirement.

Preferred credentials

• Associate’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Technology/Engineering, Electromechanical, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 1 year of schematic reading/interpretation experience.
• Experience testing open and energized electrical equipment.

Technical capabilities

• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical / Electronic Systems
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)