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Senior Power Systems Engineer

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Eaton

Senior Power Systems Engineer

Richland, WA

Eaton's Electrical Engineering & Services Division is currently seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer. This is a remote role as long as you currently reside in Oregon or Washington.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $80,250 - $117,000 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:

Eaton has the largest and most experienced team of Power System Engineers in the industry, with industry-standard software and advanced modeling and analysis capabilities at their fingertips. Our team brings extensive skills and experiences to power system analysis and design. Active participation in technical societies such as IEEE and collaboration with a variety of utilities and industries ensures that our engineers are knowledgeable about today's cutting-edge engineering techniques. We assist customers at every stage of the power system: from substation and distribution system design to renewable energy and smart grid engineering, from safety and reliability-focused studies to power quality and grounding related audits and analyses.

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In this role, you will
• Provide applied engineering and technical consultation for customers in the areas of power systems studies, design, installation, startup, maintenance, repair and training.
• Self-manage assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.
• Perform Short-Circuit, LV/MV Protective Device Coordination, and Arc Flash studies.
• Perform field data collection to gather information on customer electrical distribution equipment needed to complete a variety of power system studies.
• Interpret specs and customer inquiries and design technical proposals and pricing for customers.
• Provide technical solutions to customers that may involve equipment design or upgrades, testing of equipment, solutions relating to increase safety, reliability, or efficiency.
• Mentor or lead other engineers on small to medium sized projects.
• Provide customer training on arc flash and electrical safety.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in the electric power industry.
  • Must be able to work in the US without company sponsorship.
  • All candidates must currently reside in Oregon or Washington. Active-Duty Military Service members are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
  • Travel for this role is approximately 25%.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of experience
• Short-Circuit, LV Coordination, and Arc Flash study experience
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, CYME, and/or EasyPower software
• PE License
• IEEE Membership
• Active in Local IEEE

Skills:

• A solid understanding of power distribution system equipment and design
• Ability to work around electrical equipment at industrial and commercial customer sites
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with the company's safety program.

Working Conditions:
• Incumbent may be required to perform the following tasks but not limited on a Frequent, Occasional or Seldom Basis: repetitive lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, standing, climbing, squatting, bending, kneeling, driving extended distances. Incumbent may perform electrical engineering and service work (i.e. physical and mental activities) on equipment ranging from 5V DC (logic devices, zone interlocking signals, etc.) up to 750KV. They may also be required to work in extreme weather and temperature conditions from high heat and high humidity to subzero cold. Incumbent may also work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust. They may also be exposed to high noise levels.

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The application window for this position is anticipated to close on November 30, 2024.

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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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): Kennewick, WA, USA
Job ID: Eaton-35068Kennewick
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)