Lead Electrical Engineer

Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join our team in Richmond, VA. Relocation benefits and sponsorship will be provided within the United States only.

Eaton’s Electrical Data Center Power Distribution division designs, manufactures, and services Static Transfer Switches, Power Distribution Units, Remote Power Panels, and Dry‑Type transformers to ensure power reliability in demanding applications.

The Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading the electrical design and development of product lines, contributing to project design, development, and prototype production. This role provides system‑level technical leadership, makes key design decisions to ensure optimal integration across power electronics, magnetics, protection, and control systems, mentors junior staff, drives design standards and best practices, and supports management throughout all phases of product development from concept to manufacturing launch.

Salary: $97,000 – $143,000 per year (general guideline).

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and test engineering—to identify industry standards and compliance requirements that impact product design.
• Lead product certification planning, validation, and testing activities and support relevant Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories.
• Drive design and implementation of engineering repository structures and SOPs for electrical design, including verification and validation processes; support production through design for manufacturing, cost optimization, and reliability improvements using DFMEA/DFSS; lead efforts to optimize assembly, test processes, and product performance in collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and testing teams.
• Maintain and apply expertise in standards such as UL, IEEE, IEC, CSA, and DOE, ensuring compliance and influencing design decisions.
• Lead technical reviews, provide design guidance, and mentor junior engineers to ensure engineering designs meet quality standards.
• Drive system‑level design decisions to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost across the product lifecycle.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of five years of experience in electrical design, OR Master’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of three years of experience in electrical design.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

• Experience developing products from concept to manufacturing launch.
• In‑depth knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) techniques.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and test operations.

• Ability to understand business needs and make wise decisions to maintain customer satisfaction and quality.
• Mentor abilities—provide feedback to less experienced engineers and designers about design implications.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team with other departments.
• Sense of urgency and high attention to detail.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to discuss technical concepts with internal staff, peers, and stakeholders.

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