Embedded Hardware Electronics Engineering Specialist - Research & Development Engineering

Eaton's Protection, Controls & Solutions (PCS) Advanced Technology Team is seeking a Embedded Hardware Electronics Engineering Specialist to help develop the next generation of intelligent circuit protection products that will power the future of electrification, energy transition, and digital power management. Based in Moon Township, PA (hybrid: 3 days onsite/2 days remote), this role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of power electronics, embedded controls, and circuit protection technologies. Relocation assistance and sponsorship support are available from within the US!

As a technical leader, you will drive the architecture, design, and development of embedded electronics that serve as the intelligence behind Eaton's next-generation AC and DC protection solutions. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to transform innovative concepts into real-world products, influencing technologies that protect critical infrastructure, commercial facilities, data centers, renewable energy systems, and industrial operations worldwide.

If you're passionate about embedded systems, power electronics, and creating technologies that shape the future of how electricity is distributed, protected, and managed, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Own
•    Lead the embedded hardware architecture and electrical design for next-generation solid-state and power-electronic circuit protection products.
•    Define scalable hardware platforms that support future product roadmaps and emerging market needs.
•    Design and validate embedded electronic systems including processing, power management, communications, sensing, protection, and user interface functionality.
•    Collaborate with product managers, application engineers, and customers to translate market needs into innovative technical solutions.
•    Drive hardware development from concept and simulation through prototype development, testing, certification, and commercialization.
•    Partner with PCB layout, firmware, and systems engineering teams to deliver robust, high-performance products.
•    Influence technology strategy through research, innovation initiatives, and collaboration with Eaton's Centers of Excellence, national laboratories, and universities.
•    Generate intellectual property and contribute to the development of industry-leading technologies.

Why Join Eaton's Advanced Technology Team?
•    Work on breakthrough technologies supporting electrification, renewable energy, microgrids, data centers, and modern power distribution systems.
•    Influence products years before they reach the market.
•    Collaborate directly with leading engineers, research institutions, and technology partners.
•    Drive innovation in one of the fastest-growing segments of the electrical industry.
•    Enjoy a hybrid work environment with strong technical career growth opportunities.
•    Contribute to solutions that make power systems safer, more reliable, and more sustainable.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience developing embedded hardware for electronic devices
• BS in Electrical Engineering (or relevant related degree) from an accredited institution
• Relocation benefit is being offered for this position only to candidates within the US

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Design For Six Sigma certification

Technical Skills:

• Experience developing circuit schematics and conducting electronic simulation
• Experience working with oscilloscopes and power supplies to verify circuit performance
• Experience writing/developing firmware for real time embedded systems
• Experience designing embedded systems for circuit protection applications

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 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.

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