We make what matters work.  

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work; they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to define and reach your career goals. 

What sets our Early Career Programs apart:  

Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.

Broad Exposure: Diverse work locations and comprehensive customer portfolios are a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.

Role Exploration: Gain insight into various careers within Eaton through extensive services that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable power systems at every stage.

Strategic Networking: Benefit from networking and mentorship opportunities within one of North America's largest and most experienced power distribution service organizations.

Tangible Learning: See firsthand how Eaton is powering the future of Power Distribution through real world application and customer service.

In a Field Service Engineering role, you’ll gain a strong technical foundation in power distribution while working in diverse customer environments and locations, providing unique learning opportunities, broad industry exposure, and hands-on experience solving complex electrical power challenges.

It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary for this role is $82,000 with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.

What you’ll do:

The Electrical Engineering Services and Systems global service team is one of the largest and most experienced teams of power system professionals in the industry. As one of our engineers, you’ll help to provide solutions to our customers’ power problems at every stage of the power system.

As one of our Field Service Engineers, you’ll help to provide solutions to our customers’ power problems at every stage of the power system.

In this development program, you will:

Work on assigned projects for electrical power distribution equipment
Deliver technical solutions to customers
Perform less conventional complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, process studies, or research investigations
Display proficiency in the following: Test Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting Techniques, Protective Relays, Power Quality Measurements, Disaster Recovery, Rotating Machinery, Protection & Control Design 
Generate timely and accurate service reports on work, product performance, and warranties

This role is designed to prepare you for both technical and future leadership roles at Eaton. As a new engineer, you will be provided with a structured training and development curriculum; a blend of instructor-led, virtual classrooms, eLearning courses, and on-the-job training provided by expert mentors and team members to assist you in developing your career. 

Team Benefits:

Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, eligible for overtime and travel premiums
Career growth, mentorship and safety training
Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone
Tuition assistance for ongoing learning
Leads program with bonus pay
Opportunities across 32 service branches

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with graduation date before August of 2027
Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
Minimum of one internship/co-op experience or an equivalent 3 months of experience in a technician or maintenance role working on or with machines, vehicles or large equipment
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 geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in engineering with a major in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or mechatronics from an accredited institution
Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
Prior work experience within the electrical/power industry with understanding of 3-phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment. 
Experience in testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems
Experience performing power quality measurements, troubleshooting, analysis as well as protective relays
Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

Location will be in one of five major regions within the United States (i.e. Central, Northeast, Southeast, Gulf and West regions); typically in or near a major U.S. city.
This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires current, unrestricted valid driver’s along with an acceptable driving record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire and are subject to checks thereafter.
Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.
Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district/state/region/country based on customer requirements.
This position requires you to drive an Eaton vehicle.
Must be able and willing to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) non-CDL qualification and comply with all DOT regulatory requirements, if required.
Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Understands 3-phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
Practices electrical safety measures
Performs physically demanding tasks, requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel. Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC card.
Proficient with hand and power tools for equipment assembly
Strong computer skills
Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills
Works well under time constraints and in stressful situations
Explain technical problems and solutions
Collaborates effectively with the team to meet project deadlines

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