Eaton's Power Systems Division is looking for two Summer (May- August) 2022 Engineering interns to be based at our South Milwaukee, WI facility.

Primary Function

The New Product Development (NPD) Engineering Intern is an integral part of the Switchgear Product Line NPD Engineering team, which is responsible for the development of new overhead and underground medium voltage reclosers, fault interrupters, and switches. Working alongside experienced engineers, the Engineering Intern performs engineering analyses, creates detailed designs, executes prototype builds, and develops verification tests - all contributing to the overall execution of NPD projects and functional initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Develop, sustain, and improve product design and product definition data (bills of materials, 3D models, drawings, and specifications).
• Support functional development activities such as CAE tool exploration and implementation as well as supporting the NPD Additive Manufacturing road map.
• Learn and perform engineering analysis and digital simulation leveraging advanced tools (CAD, FEA, statistical tolerance analysis, computational analysis - Matlab, etc.).
• Support production and manufacturing engineering with prototype and pilot builds.
• Collaborate with global design and manufacturing teams.
• Develop sub-system verification tests which include designing and developing custom fixtures.
• Learn and utilize Design for X techniques to drive design optimization. (X = Cost, Manufacturing and Assembly, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Sets aggressive goals, measures performance, and strives to go beyond what is expected.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Engineering at an accredited institution.
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please do not round).
• Able to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without company sponsorship.
• No relocation is offered for this internship. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the South Milwaukee, WI facility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in 3D modeling.
• Hands-on experience building prototypes or other equipment.

We make what matters work. Everywhere you look-from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day-you'll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That's why Eaton is dedicated to improving people's lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters.

We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We're ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we're committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Engineering

Region: North America - US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ESSG CPSD PRD Power Reliability Division

Job Level: Entry Level
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time