Engineering Specialist - DC Power Systems Research

Eaton’s CTO Corporate Technology Office division is currently seeking a Engineering Specialist - DC Power Systems Research.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $122000 - $179000 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.

• This role requires working on-site at our Golden, CO location. Relocation assistance is available for a qualififed candidate currently residing in the USA.
• This position is based in Golden, Colorado. Relocation support may be considered for candidates outside the local area.
• Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates currently residing is the US.

Job Summary:

Eaton Research Labs (ERL), part of Eaton's Chief Technology Office, is seeking an Engineering Specialist to lead research and technology development in future DC power systems. Areas of focus include data center power architectures, DC distribution systems, hybrid AC/DC networks, DC protection, power quality, and energy transition technologies. Candidates are not expected to possess expertise across all areas. Deep expertise in one or more domains combined with demonstrated ability to learn adjacent technologies is highly valued.

This is a high-impact research role for someone who wants to apply power electronics and power systems knowledge into next generation DC applications challenges. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing technologies that support AI-driven data centers, grid modernization, resiliency, and electrification across Eaton's global portfolio.

Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. 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.

This position is based in Golden, Colorado. Relocation support may be considered for candidates outside the local area.

• Lead advanced research programs focused on next-generation DC power systems.
• Develop control, protection, and resiliency strategies for DC and hybrid AC/DC systems.
• Lead government-funded and internally funded research projects.
• Collaborate with Eaton businesses, universities, national laboratories, and industry partners.
• Author patents, invention disclosures, technical reports, and publications.
• Present technical results to leadership, customers, and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and researchers.

• Influence Eaton's future technology strategy.
• Work directly within the CTO organization.
• Lead breakthrough research programs.
• Collaborate with national laboratories and universities.
• Create intellectual property and industry impact.
• Work on technologies that transition from research concepts into commercial DC system and solutions used globally.

Required (Basic)

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution plus 9+ years of industrial/entrepreneurial experience after Master’s in researching, developing and designing technology solutions in the relevant and adjacent areas: ( data center power architectures, DC distribution systems, hybrid AC/DC networks, DC protection, power quality, and energy transition technologies)
• …Or…
• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution plus 4+ years of industrial/entrepreneurial/academic experience after Ph.D. in researching, developing and designing technology solutions in the same relevant and adjacent areas.
• 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.”
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• If non-local,…