Eaton Corporation is hiring a Senior Switchboard Controls Engineer in El Paso, TX or Sumter, SC! The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 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.
As a Senior Switchboard Controls Engineer, you will execute projects in the areas of system design, programming, factory testing, and modification of automated control systems and power management systems in Switchboard applications. Our Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service integrator of the necessary systems, equipment, and technologies to provide complete power systems solutions. This team of talented engineers and technicians provides single point responsibility and seamless integration, transcending all major manufacturers of PLCs, HMIs, protective relays, and power distribution controls related components. 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.
In this role, you will:
Required (Basic) Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 3 years of controls experience or minimum 7 years of controls experience in power distribution applications. • All candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of Sumter, SC or El Paso, TX. No relocation is being offered for this role. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
Preferred qualifications:• Knowledge of power distribution (Switchgears and Switchboards) and control systems. • PE License.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton's safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter. • Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc. • Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems. • Knowledge of troubleshooting, test and repair techniques. • Computer literacy. Working knowledge of all software packages relevant to successful performance of tasks. • Knowledge of parts, part masters, bill of materials. • Knowledge and practice of safety precautions related to working with automation and power management systems. • Has demonstrated ability to provide service and represent company interests in developing customer relationships to assure long-term customer satisfaction. • Excellent interpersonal and communication/presentation skills. • Experience with HMI (Human Machine Interface) software and power monitoring software packages.