Senior Application Engineer

Senior Application Engineer

Eaton’s GEIS division is currently seeking a Senior Application Engineer. Relocation assistance is being provided for this role for anyone in the United States who is currently outside of a 50-mile radius of Highland, IL!

The expected annual salary range for this role is $83,250.00 - $ 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.

• Design cable bus layouts with support structures, that comply with industry standards (CSA/NEC/CE), including calculating cable ampacity and trench design.
• Produce precise technical drawings for cable bus layouts and installation, while optimizing cable bus configurations to meet performance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and installation instructions.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals, engineering/project cost estimates, and execution schedules.
• Develop innovative solutions for cable bus design challenges, such as optimizing cable layout for reduced conductor count and efficient thermal management.
• Offer technical support and expertise to project teams during installation and commissioning of cable bus systems.
• Create and conduct cable bus product training for the sales force, customer service and customers.
• Collaborate with engineers and team members to conceptualize, design, and prototype new products and components for cable bus product family.
• Utilize technical knowledge of production processes, product testing, and industry standards and review changes/updates for effects to product applications.
• Support cable bus product line managers with creation of presentation materials, application letters, and other documentation as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in design for power distribution (i.e., cable bus, cable tray, enclosures, switch gear).
• Eaton will not consider applicants for immigration sponsorship or support for this position.

• Experience in the power generation and data center industries.
• Knowledge of various types of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection equipment.
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment with understanding of materials and processes.
• Strong understanding of CSA standard C22.2 No. 273:19, NEC, and CE standards.
• Ability to read architectural, structural and electrical drawings with minimal supervision.
• Solidworks (or equivalent CAD) proficiency.
• Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written skills with the ability to effectively communicate. Must be able to effectively interface with engineering and customers on a variety of technical issues.
• Very detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to operate as an individual contributor as well as a team member.

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.  for more detail:
Eaton Benefits Overview. 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.