Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

Eaton

Richmond, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$86,000–$126,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Best Practices, Blueprints, Collective Bargaining, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Data Collection, Data Processing, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Electrical Components, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electronics, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), External Audit, Failure Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Fundraising Program, GPIB (General Purpose Interface Bus), GitHub, Hazard Analysis, Healthcare, ISO 9001, Industry Standards, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internal Audit, Inventory Costs, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance - Electrical, Manufacturing/Production Testing, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Multitasking, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), OSHA, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Software Testing, System Test, Systems Engineering, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Technical Drawing, Technical Writing, Test Automation, Test Data, Test Design, Test Equipment, TestStand, Testing, Tuition Fees, Veterans Benefits, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Richmond, VA
POSTED
1 day ago

Eaton's Electrical Critical Power Solutions division is currently seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our team in Richmond, VA. Relocation benefits available within the US.This position is responsible for developing, executing, and maintaining robust testing processes, mentoring electrical test employees, and leading the design, development, delivery, validation, support and troubleshooting of manual and automated production test equipment and programs.The expected annual salary range for this role is $86,000 - $126,000 a year.Why Eaton?Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites).Healthcare/retirement savings programs.Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance.Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development.Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs.Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico).What You'll DoGuide and support electrical test employees in advancing expertise in safe and effective testing practices, efficient troubleshooting, and electrical/electronics acumen.Oversee the planning, specification, development, delivery, validation, and support of automated, semi-automated, and manual test systems, consisting of power sources, loads, instruments, software, and network/serial communication.Ensure compliance of test systems with electrical safe work practices, hazard identification/remediation, and OSHA requirements in support of zero incident safety culture.Identify potential safety hazards and provide input into the remediation process, ensuring equipment functionality meets required specifications.Provide guidelines for the design, selection, support, service, and troubleshooting of test and electrical equipment, testing procedures, test data collection, and best practices to improve quality, safety, and throughput of the test process.Interpret external industry electrical standards (UL, ETL, IPC, NFPA) and assure alignment with internal safety, test and quality standards, product specifications, and procedures.Coordinate preparation, communication, execution, and follow‑up of customer witness test events.Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning of test system and test process failures.Analyze, interpret, and effectively present test/quality/process data to senior leadership.Ensure test procedure alignment with the output of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).Support financial performance and key operational performance indicators (safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory).Promote the Eaton Continuous Improvement Framework and other methods to create a lean culture and increase operational performance.Assist Quality and Engineering teams in internal and customer return product failure analysis.Support quality management system improvement activities, including Eaton QMS implementation, regular ISO 9001 internal/external audits, and related activities.Lead Electrical Safety implementations.Perform other duties as assigned.Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in engineering or technology from an accredited institution.Minimum of three (3) years of experience in electrical design, test or test automation function.Desired QualificationsLeadership or mentoring role in electrical design, test, or test automation.Experience in power systems, magnetics, and designing automated test systems for electrical products.Proficiency with test system software, including National Instruments TestStand, Python, SQL Server, and GitHub.Knowledge of communication protocols such as GPIB, Modbus RTU/TCP, and Rest API.Technical project and program management experience.Ability to develop test procedures.We Will Not Consider Candidates WhoAre seeking immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.Keys To Role SuccessProven analytical and problem‑solving skills.Ability to get results and drive change through others.Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as planning and organizational skills.Ability to use a variety of computer systems including Microsoft Office and assigned technical software.Ability to balance competing priorities and multiple projects at once.Ability to effectively present results and recommendations to senior‑level executive team.Ability to read technical documents and drawings including electrical drawings, one line diagrams, power flow diagrams, mechanical blueprints and other electrical and mechanical drawings.Ability to implement and support custom test system software applications.All positions may require participation in video and in‑person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job‑related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.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 a 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.To request a disability‑related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Eaton

Eaton is a power management company with 2016 sales of $19.7 billion. We provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. Eaton has approximately 95,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more information, visit Eaton.com.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
1911
WEBSITE
http://www.eaton.com