Operations Engineer - Rotational Program

Overview

Operations Engineer - Rotational Program. This two-year program is designed to develop future operational leaders within Eatons CPA business in the Electrical Sector. Rotations may be based at Sumter, SC or Cleveland, TN and include relocation assistance. The program provides exposure to manufacturing, testing, Eaton Field Sales, and customer interactions across multiple locations.

• Order Management:
  Accurately process switchboard orders and prepare manufacturing documentation using tools such as Bid Manager, AutoCAD, and Plant Order Manager.
• Design & Engineering:
  Develop and route custom fabricated parts using AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools; support design reviews and implementation across teams and facilities.
• Customer Engagement:
  Interface with customers, sales teams, and support channels through training, plant visits, and events to enhance product understanding.
• Product Development:
  Collaborate with Product Line Engineering (PLE) teams to improve designs, manage prototype builds, and support lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Technical Documentation:
  Translate complex customer specifications into standard designs and schematics; manage mechanical/electrical interfaces and approval drawings.
• Training & Support:
  Provide technical training across departments and assist engineers in troubleshooting and application development.
• Quality Assurance:
  Partner with the Quality team to resolve testing issues, develop procedures, and ensure post-shipment support.
• Safety & Inclusion:
  Adhere to safety protocols including 5S and promote a culture of inclusion and respect for diverse perspectives.
• Project Leadership:
  Lead capital projects, support strategic objectives, and facilitate new product launches.
• Innovation & Process Improvement:
  Design tooling and fixtures, integrate Industry 4.0 technologies, and execute cost-out and lean initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Work across departments and facilities to provide technical expertise and resolve safety-related concerns.

The rotation program will follow one of the three paths listed below. Each rotation is eight months at the same site.

• Mechanical Customer Order Engineer → Manufacturing Engineer → Production Supervisor
• Electrical Customer Order Engineer → Product Line Engineer → Test Supervisor
• OPEX Engineer → Quality Engineer → Production Supervisor

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an accredited institution with a graduation date by May 2026.
• Minimum of one internship or co-op experience OR an equivalent of 3 months of relevant experience completed at the time of this application.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This includes CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States (Cleveland, TN or Sumter, SC).

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 2 or more relevant internship or co-op experiences.
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8+.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community.

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and Eaton systems including VISTA, Bid Manager, AS-400, ENOVIA, and DMM
• Strong technical knowledge of switchboards, power distribution systems (LV/MV Switchgear, Panel boards, MCCs), and PLC programming and electrical principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organizational efficiency, and computer literacy.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical requirements in switchboard design and implementation using AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools.
• Understanding and use of Lean Methodology.
• Knowledge and/or experience with Industry 4.0 and New Product Introduction.
• Travel up to 25% within a local region as determined by the assignment manager; transportation to and from the worksite for incidental business travel is the participants responsibility with eligible reimbursements for approved travel.
• The rotational program provides opportunities for formal presentations to leaders and feedback on performance.