Senior Power Systems Engineer

What you’ll do:

• Provide technical consultation in power systems studies, power quality analysis, design, installation, startup, maintenance, repair, and training.
• Independently manage assigned projects, ensuring timely delivery within budgeted cost estimates and maintaining job cost accountability.
• Interpret customer specifications and inquiries to develop tailored technical proposals and pricing strategies.
• Provide innovative solutions that may include equipment upgrades, system testing, and design enhancements to improve performance and safety.
• Lead and mentor engineers on medium-sized projects, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Conduct and analyze Short-Circuit, LV/MV Coordination, and Arc Flash studies with precision and insight.
• Execute medium-complexity studies and projects independently, demonstrating strong problem‑solving and project management skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. Candidates must independently handle all immigration requirements.
• No relocation benefit is being offered. Only candidates within a 50‑mile radius of Chanhassen, MN will be considered, except for active‑Duty Military Service members who are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

• Master's Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Academic focus in power.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• IEEE Membership and active engagement in local IEEE groups.
• General Contractor’s License.
• Electrical Contractor’s 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.
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
• Power Quality Measurements and Harmonic Analysis.
• Strong theoretical understanding of power system analysis for low‑ and medium‑voltage applications.
• Experience with short‑circuit, coordination, and arc‑flash hazard analysis.
• Experience managing a diverse range of small‑ and medium-sized projects independently, within targeted deadlines and budget.
• Strong ability to cross‑collaborate with adjacent functions (Sales, Project Management, Manufacturing, etc.) and coordinate with external customers and contractors.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead customer‑facing discussions and technical collaborations.

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Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. 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.