EATON

Lead Power Lab Engineer

EATON$166K — $172K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field plus 5 years of experience in engineering lab tests and evaluation of power electronics systems.
  • 2 years of experience with high frequency power electronics circuits and systems.
  • 2 years of experience with commercial regulatory requirements, including safety and electromagnetic compliance.
  • 2 years of experience working in a lab environment around high voltage, including 480V typical mains.
  • 2 years of experience in planning and oversight of electrical equipment installation.
  • 1 year of experience with programming languages including C, C#, C++, and Python.
  • 1 year of experience with simulation and modeling tools like PLECS and PSPICE.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate high-power three-phase UPS systems and battery storage systems.
  • Develop and implement detailed test plans and cases to ensure product requirements are met.
  • Guide engineers, lab personnel, and technicians throughout testing processes.
  • Ensure product safety, performance, and reliability through rigorous testing standards.
  • Identify compliance issues during the product design phase via active participation in design reviews.
  • Align test requirements with global product development teams during new project evaluations.
  • Conduct testing and evaluation for new product developments, including EV chargers and energy storage systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health and Welfare benefits program.
  • Retirement benefits plans.
  • Various programs for paid and unpaid time away from work.
Full Job Description
Work with cross-functional engineering teams to support evaluation of three-phase UPS's from 8kW to 2.5MW, 150kW to 500kWEV DC fast-chargers and Lithium Ion 1MW and larger energy storage systems. Review product requirements and develop detailed test plans and test cases to ensure product features and performance requirements are met. Provide guidance to engineering team members, lab engineers, and technicians. Ensure product safety, performance, functionality, and reliability. Identify product compliance issues before products are built through active participation in product design reviews. Work with global product development teams to align test requirements. Leading evaluation and test of power systems for new product development projects in high-power three-phase UPS's, EV chargers and battery storage. Position is fixed location based in Raleigh office; however, telecommuting from a home office may also be allowed. Up to 25% domestic and international travel for customer site visits, supplier visits, and training. 40 hours/week, 9:00am-5:00pm Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a directly related field plus five (5) years of experience in engineering lab tests and evaluation of power electronics circuits or systems. Must have two (2) years of experience in each of the following (experience may be gained concurrently): 3 High frequency power electronics circuits and systems 3 Commercial regulatory requirements, including safety and electromagnetic compliance 3 Working in a lab environment around high voltage including 480V typical mains 3 Planning and oversight of electrical equipment installation 3 Creating test plans, technical reports and presentations 3 Common tools and methods used in high power lab environment, including oscilloscopes, power analyzers and meters Must have one (1) year of experience in each of the following (experience may be gained concurrently): 3 Programming languages, including C, C#, C++, and Python 3 Simulation and modeling tools, including PLECS and PSPICE Will accept a Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) plus two (2) years of experience in experience in engineering lab tests and evaluation of power electronics circuits or systems in the alternate in lieu of a Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of experience. Experience may be gained before, during, or after the attainment of an advanced degree. All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. 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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