EATON

Electrical Test Engineer

EATON$71K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
  • Technical experience including internship/co-op in a professional environment
  • Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an electrical test lab
  • Experience using computers for detailed test documentation and analysis

Responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical testing per UL, CSA, IEC, and NEMA standards
  • Ensure compliance with Eaton's safety policies and electrical safety regulations
  • Set up and verify complex test configurations
  • Coordinate lab scheduling and technician tasks
  • Maintain and organize test samples and documentation
  • Prepare and process detailed test reports
  • Support lab upgrades, repairs, and 5S activities

Benefits

  • Health and Welfare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Programs for paid and unpaid time away from work
Full Job Description
Eaton's Power Components Division is currently seeking an Electrical Test Engineer. This is an on-site position based at our Beaver, PA facility. Relocation assistance will be provided within the US/PR.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $71000 - $105000 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.

What you'll do:

The Electrical Test Engineer will support electrical testing operations in our low and high power lab facilities at our Beaver, PA location. This role is critical to product development, innovation, and certification efforts within the Power Components Division. The ideal candidate will ensure safe and accurate execution of electrical tests, maintain lab equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct electrical testing per UL, CSA, IEC, and NEMA standards.
  • Ensure compliance with Eaton's safety policies and electrical safety regulations.
  • Set up and verify complex test configurations.
  • Coordinate lab scheduling, technician tasks, and equipment calibrations.
  • Maintain and organize test samples and documentation.
  • Prepare and process detailed test reports.
  • Support lab upgrades, repairs, and 5S activities.
  • Manage multiple projects to meet critical deadlines.


Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
  • Previous technical experience, including internship/co-op in a professional environment
  • 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.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an electrical test lab
  • Experience using a computer for detailed test documentation and analysis
  • Experience with power systems component operation such as circuit breakers, motors, transformers, panelboards, PLCs, HMIs, solid state components
  • Experience with measurement equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and megger equipment
  • Reading Schematics and Blue Prints for assembly


Skills for Success:

  • Working knowledge of test equipment and application in various testing environments
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members to problem solve
  • Capable of clearly communicating ideas and concepts within a team environment
  • Able to assemble, verify, and correlate results as well as prepare reports and present findings
  • Ability to travel up to 10%
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical power systems and understanding of components in those systems
  • Able to guide technicians on test setups and procedures while maintaining safety protocols


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. Click here 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.

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
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