EATON

Development Program: Embedded Controls Engineering

EATON$90K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with graduation by May 2025.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.8 required, no rounding allowed.
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. without corporate sponsorship.
  • Geographically flexible for relocation within the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement power system intelligent electronic device features using C/C++ and .NET/C#.
  • Develop and update detailed test plans, specifications, and test cases.
  • Design and test electronic circuits and subsystems including power supplies and microcontroller interfaces.
  • Investigate customer issues and provide resolution related to cybersecurity and automation systems.
  • Participate in new product development tasks, including design, programming, and release.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance provided for eligible candidates.
  • Access to a diverse range of engineering experience through a rotational program.
  • Opportunity to work with experienced engineers in the field.
  • Gain insights into technology-driven solutions for the electrical power distribution industry.
Full Job Description
What you'll do:

Do you want to gain enriching experiences and work side by side with experienced engineers to power your career? Apply to our rotational Engineering Development Program - Embedded Control Products!

Individuals will complete four rotations over a three-and-a-half-year timeframe primarily at our Franksville, WI site (20 miles south of Milwaukee), with an initial start date in January or June 2027.

Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates who qualify. Participants will be connected with our relocation vendor and provided a lump sum payment to give you the flexibility to address your specific relocation needs.

Position Overview:

As a rotational Engineering Development Program (EDP) participant, you will gain a diverse range of engineering experience in developing and supporting embedded control products, which are real-time protective and control products used for smart grid applications in the electrical power distribution industry. You will gain a firm grasp of our core engineering competencies and a holistic view of our technology-driven solutions that serve our wide range of customers.

Opportunities include, but are not limited to, rotations in: Embedded Software, Software, Hardware, Quality Assurance, Technical Program Management, Power Systems Engineering, Communications/Cybersecurity, and Product Line Customer Support. You will be placed in assignments that best match your skillset and development focus to help you reach your potential.

In this role you will:

  • Design and implement features for power system intelligent electronic devices and associated interface software, including power system protection algorithms, system diagnostics/prognostics, communication protocols, cybersecurity, and other relay, control, configuration and monitoring functions using C/C++ and .NET/C#.
  • Develop detailed test plans, specifications, test cases, and test data sets that validate functional, performance, and load test requirements and update existing test procedures based on requirement changes and test analysis.
  • Design and test electronic circuits and sub-systems including power supplies, analog/digital circuits and peripheral interfaces for microprocessors and microcontrollers.
  • Provide guidance and investigate issues from internal and external customers providing support and resolution of complex customer issues and application inquiries related to cybersecurity, digital communications, automation systems, and system integration.
  • Participate in tasks related to new product development including planning, task estimation, design, programming, unit testing, peer review, integration, and release.


Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering at an accredited institution with a graduation date no later than May 2025.
  • Minimum 2.8 GPA. Please do not round.
  • Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
  • Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States


Preferred qualifications:

  • Prior Eaton Engineering co-op or internship experience.
  • Experience using SDLC management tools in a team environment (e.g., Jira, Git, etc.).
  • Experience with various software languages and frameworks (C/C++, C#, Python, Java, .NET), operating systems (Linux, Zephyr RTOS, GreenHills Integrity), and communication protocols (DNP, IEC 60870-5, IEC 61850, Modbus).
  • Experience with model designs using UML or similar methodologies.


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 starts at $90,000 with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.

About EATON

Eaton Corporation plc is a multinational power management company with 2020 sales of $17.9 billion, founded in the US. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Eaton operates through three main business segments: Electrical Products, Electrical Systems and Services, and Hydraulics. The Electrical Products segment designs, manufactures, markets, and sells electrical components, such as circuit breakers, switches, and electrical protection and control devices. The Electrical Systems and Services segment offers electrical power distribution and assemblies, as well as engineering services and automation and control solutions. The Hydraulics segment provides products such as pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and filtration products. Eaton has a global presence with operations in North America, Europe, Asia, and other regions.
Learn more about EATON
Size
85,947 employees
Market Cap
$62.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
-0.1%
Revenue
$17.8 billion
NASDAQ

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