Eaton, a global energy management leader with nearly $25 billion in revenue in 2024, is dedicated to making energy safer, more efficient, and sustainable. With 92,000 employees serving customers in over 175 countries, we are committed to improving quality of life and protecting the environment.
Eaton's Engineering & Technology Early Talent Leadership Development Program offers a unique opportunity to kick-start your international career. You'll receive leadership training, personal coaching, and network with senior leaders. Through rotational assignments across various locations and business areas, you will develop a broad skill set and prepare for future leadership roles.
The program will start with the role of a Mechanical Engineer in Eberbach, Germany, in the GEIS (Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions) division of the company in September 2025.
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What you'll do:
- Develop and design mechanical components made of plastic for explosion-proof electrical equipment.
- Conduct technical analyses and calculations to ensure the functionality and safety of the developed components.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including electronics engineers and product designers, to develop innovative solutions.
- Create 3D Models in SolidWorks
- Create technical drawings, specifications, and documentation.
- Perform tests and validations of the developed components according to relevant standards and regulations.
- Support the creation and evaluation of prototypes.
- Continuously improve existing products and processes to increase efficiency and quality.
The second year of the program will take place in another EMEA country within one of the following disciplines: mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, embedded systems, power electronics, product development, software engineering. Potential locations for the second-year assignment include Ireland, Italy, Austria, Czech Republic.
Qualifications:
- Currently possesses, or will have obtained a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a graduation date no later than August 2025 A master's degree is a plus.
- You have 1-3 years of professional experience (including any internships).
Skills:
- Knowledge of 3D design software SolidWorks
- Knowledge of Ansys simulation desirable
- Effective communication
- Proactivity and curiosity
- Ability to learn fast and take challenging tasks
- Desire to build a leadership career in a multinational company
- Flexibility to relocate within the EMEA region during the program
- Ability to speak German is a plus
We offer:
- Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry.
- Work in a company with commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability.
- Comprehensive support throughout the relocation process, both during and after the program, tailored to your rotation.
- Exclusive learning curriculum designed to bolster your leadership skills. During the program, you will attend 20 training sessions focused on developing key skills, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, career management and self-presentation.
- Annual Early Talent Conference and other events to expand your network within Eaton by connecting with senior leaders and fellow participants on key topics - from sustainability and diversity to team management and business development.
- Strong, agile, and diverse team locally and globally.
- Hybrid worktime model for balancing your work and life.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.