Lead Power Systems Controls Engineer

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In-Office or Remote
97K-143K Annually
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing
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The Role
Lead the development, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting of power systems control solutions. Create PLC and HMI software, select components, prepare bills of materials, provide engineering direction for drawings, develop customer submittals and test procedures, and support factory testing and field start-ups. Solutions involve power transfer applications, protection relays, power monitoring, and control systems across major equipment manufacturers.
Summary Generated by Built In

Join Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems (EESS) team and lead the development, testing, and implementation of power systems control solutions for our customers using PLC’s, HMI’s, Multi-function Protection Relays, and Data Concentrators from all major OEM’s. This is a hybrid role with approximately 35%. 


Our Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service integrator of the necessary systems, equipment, and technologies to provide a complete power systems automation solution. This team of talented engineers and technicians provides single point responsibility and seamless integration, transcending all major manufacturers of HMIs, PLCs, protective relays, and components. 


The expected annual salary range for this role is $97000 - $143000 a year.  This role offers paid overtime (premium pay) and a company vehicle!

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:

 

  • Create, modify, test, and deploy software for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) for Power Transfer applications like (Main-Tie-Main, Main-Gen, Main-Tie-Main-Gen, Paralleling Switchgears etc.)
  • Follow customers specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.
  • Select components and create bill of materials.
  • Provide sketches, mark-ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.
  • Prepare customer submittals, Sequence of Operation (SOO), and test procedures.
  • Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
  • Troubleshoot systems that are not functioning properly.
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • •  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum 7 years of power distribution controls experience OR Master's degree in Engineering with at least 5 years of power distribution controls experience OR a minimum 10 years of power distribution controls experience.
  • •  This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver’s license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire.
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Preferred Qualifications:
•    PE License
•    Knowledge of Power Monitoring and Control Systems and associated protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850)

•    Preference will be given to candidates residing near one of the locations listed on the job posting. 


Position Criteria:

•  Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
•  Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re-certifications thereafter.

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The application window for this position is anticipated to close on December 20, 2026.


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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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 7 years of power distribution controls experience
  • Master's degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of power distribution controls experience
  • At least 10 years of power distribution controls experience
  • Current, unrestricted driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
  • Periodic customer-required background and drug screenings
  • Compliance with Eaton's safety program, including applicable Qualified Electrical Worker requirements and annual recertifications
  • Professional Engineer license
  • Knowledge of power monitoring and control systems and Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850 protocols

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  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, and company‑paid disability, with HSAs/HRAs and wellness programs enhancing access and support.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company matching alongside additional retirement contributions, with some sites also featuring pension and profit‑sharing components.
  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave for all parents, childbirth leave via short‑term disability for birth mothers, adoption benefits, and subsidized backup care signal strong family‑focused support.

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