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Senior Applications Engineer

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Eaton

Senior Applications Engineer

Fayetteville, NC

Eaton's ES AMER ARS PDCAD division is currently seeking a Senior Applications Engineer. This position requires onsite and will be at our Fayetteville North Carolina Eaton location. Relocation assitance provided, if needed.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $80250.03 - $117700.04 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 primary function of the Senior Applications Engineer is to provide applications engineering for product line support. This includes, but is not limited to: engineering designs, providing direction to application engineers and designers, and collaborating with direct customers/field sales.

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  • Emphasis on working with electrical, electro-mechanical, programmable logic controllers, and solid-state controls in motor control applications and electrical distribution systems.
  • Maintain familiarity with communications protocols, variable speed drives and solid-state starters in order to maintain design standards.
  • Manage large projects to completion within deadlines with little or no supervision.
  • Interpret customer one-line diagrams and specifications to determine order requirements and apply Eaton designs to meet customer's expectations.
  • Perform standard engineering assignments often representing a significant portion of a larger project for Eaton. Coordinate with other Eaton product lines and business units as needed to ensure quality of products to end customer
  • Set-up and programming of PLC, HMI/MMI applications and electronic relays.
  • Generate electrical schematics and mechanical layouts based on information received from Sales and Marketing.

Qualifications:

Basic REQUIRED Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Software Engineering, or Mathematics or related field from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of engineering experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
  • Must be willing to relocate to Fayetteville North Carolina. Relocation assistance provided.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • Previous experience and/or knowledge of electrical distribution equipment
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and other engineering and design software programs

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Skills:

  • Working knowledge of N.E.C., IEEE, UL, and various local electric codes.
  • Ability to interpret both customer specifications and electrical and mechanical drawings.
  • Utilization of substantial motor control product knowledge for communication with field sales, customers, engineering, and manufacturing personnel.

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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.

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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): Fayetteville, NC, USA
Job ID: Eaton-33367Fayetteville
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)