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Controls Engineer

AT Eaton
Eaton

Controls Engineer

Waukesha, WI

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Controls Engineer.

This role is based in Waukesha, WI. No relocation assistance will be provided.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $65250.0 - $95700.0 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 Controls Engineer is an entry level electrical/electronic engineering support for the development, design, manufacture, testing and application of new and existing transformer monitoring and controls schemes. The incumbent will participate in product training to learn parameters and features of three-phase transformer design. This role is responsible for completing weekly Engineer to Order controls designs for transformers on time and with minimal production issues.

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In this role you will:

  • Creates product drawings and 3D models. Manages these artifacts utilizing SAP PLM.
  • Designs custom industrial equipment (Electromechanical) within standard requirements to meet customer specifications and industry standards.
  • Creates schematics and 3D layouts for the transformer's controls.
  • Reviews and interprets design specifications to establish customer requirements.
  • Processes design order information, collaborating with Marketing and Sales as needed, to guarantee customer satisfaction.
  • Supplies all information to create material masters, bill of materials, and characteristic data in SAP.
  • Prepares customer drawings and manages any product documentation updates.
  • Generates manufacturing information accurately and in the time that is expected. On Time To Commit (OTTC) and design errors are key metrics to track performance.
  • Learns the various components that are needed in the product design. Continuously expands knowledge of the products.
  • Implements new techniques of monitoring and controlling the transformers.
  • Provides technical support to manufacturing regarding problems relating to custom designs, specification, and functional performance.
  • Completes design and information requests for Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Sales according to the procedures established by the business.
  • Performs other related activities and special projects as assigned. Works directly with more senior engineers to learn processes and product features.
  • Develops the schematic's creation software (EPlan).

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited institution required.
  • One (1) year of experience with any CAD system (Inventor, AutoCAD, Solidworks, etc.)
  • One (1) year of experience with schematics creation software (EPlan, Autodesk Electrical, KiCAD, etc).
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Waukesha, WI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
  • One (1) year of design experience with electromechanical systems
  • Experience with custom engineering designs and processes.
  • Knowledge of power systems, distribution/power transformer products/applications, and/or industrial automation/controls
  • Demonstrated proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD tools with electrical or mechanical systems. Knowledge of standard industry drafting/modeling practices
  • Experience in creating, loading, and storing engineering designs within an ERP system, preferably SAP
  • Familiarity with schematics, block diagrams, circuit diagrams, electronic symbols.

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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.

Client-provided location(s): Waukesha, WI, USA
Job ID: Eaton-33696Waukesha
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)