About the Role
Lead the execution of complex projects involving the design, programming, installation, startup, maintenance, and optimization of automated control and power management systems. Work closely with customers to deliver innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions that power critical infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Create, modify, test, and deploy software for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Data concentrators, Multi-function Protection Relays, Generator Controllers, and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) for Automatic Power Transfer applications.
- Follow customer and internal specifications for project implementation.
- Select components and create bill of materials.
- Provide sketches, mark-ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.
- Prepare customer submittals, Sequence of Operation (SOO), and test procedures.
- Assist with factory testing and field start-ups.
- Troubleshoot systems both onsite and remotely.
- Mentor and assist less experienced engineers.
- Manage project financials, optimize operational efficiency, and maintain project schedules.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum 7 years of power distribution controls experience OR Master's degree in Engineering with at least 5 years of power distribution controls experience OR a minimum 10 years of power distribution controls experience.
- Possess and maintain an active and valid driver’s license.
- Available for travel up to 25%.
- Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy, including the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and required annual re-certifications.
- Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
Skills
- Knowledge of Power Monitoring and Control Systems and associated protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850)
- Knowledge and understanding of best engineering practices for design of automation systems, power management systems, human-machine interface software, PLC programming, etc.
- Knowledge and understanding of protection relays-based monitoring and control systems.
Location
- Remote
- Gulf Region
Work Type
- Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Lead
- 7+ years of power distribution controls experience (with Bachelor's)
- 5+ years of power distribution controls experience (with Master's)
- 10+ years of power distribution controls experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- Master's Degree with a Power Systems Concentration
- PE License
Salary/Compensations
- $97,000 - $140,000 a year
- Paid overtime
Benefits
- Company vehicle provided
- Health and Welfare benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid and unpaid time away from work
About the Company
- Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services & Systems division is seeking a Lead Power Systems Controls Engineer to join our industry-leading team.
- Our Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service integrator of the necessary systems, equipment, and technologies to provide a complete power systems & Microgrid control solutions.
- This team of talented engineers and technicians provides single point responsibility and seamless integration, transcending all major manufacturers of HMIs, PLCs, protective relays, and switchgear controls related components.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
- Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
- You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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