Senior Mechanical Engineer

Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power & Digital Infrastructure division is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team. This position is based at our Santa Ana, CA facility.  Relocation benefits will be provided within the United States only. 

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design and development of the product line.  In this role, you will support project design, development and production of prototype power distribution and monitoring/metering equipment.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours.

In this function you will:

• Research, evaluate, and document mechanical hardware design & production methods, equipment, systems, and sub-systems to meet requirements, applying knowledge of standards, codes & engineering design principles.
• Provide expertise in the implementation and interpretation of applicable UL, IEC, and other related specifications.
• Lead design reviews, proposes, and implements changes.
• Act as technical lead for the department and analyze customer proposals for feasibility and cost. Review, interpret, and approve technical documents, designs and schematics.
• Drive the development of comprehensive mechanical engineering specifications for New Product Developments (NPD). Support the management and update throughout the prototype development process.
• Develop comprehensive product mechanical designs, installation diagrams & testing plans for NPD. Manage and update throughout product development to production release.
• Develop mechanical aspects of new power distribution & monitoring products, per approved engineering specifications. Test and document new products per approved testing plans. Maintain all design & test documentation within Eaton repository system.
• Support project managers for the planning, testing and Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) certification of new and existing products.
• Communicate and support engineering team, designers, and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Recommend design modifications to improve product line by following and supporting the ECR/ECN/IS09001 and other quality processes.
• Prepare cost reduction proposals for new and existing products based on cost trades, design improvements and Value-Added Value Engineering (VAVE) process.
• Coordinate with other departments affected by NPD product design, development, and release.
• Investigating pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, weight, efficiency, contractual specification, requirement, and cost.
• Cross train on other product lines like (PDU, RPP and Magnetics).

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of one (1) year Engineering experience.  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.  
• Proficiency in Revit, Autodesk Vault, or similar programs.
• Experience in Finite Element Analysis focused on stress and thermal properties.

Position Success Criteria:

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Able to work with and present materials clearly to a diverse population.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, influence, and work effectively with diverse teams.
• Ability to work effectively and lead cross-functional multi-cultural teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with a team or individually.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must be a team player that has a “sense of urgency”.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and planning skills.
• Time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to simultaneously manage several objectives and re-assign priorities.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to solve complex practical problems.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings.

Why work at Eaton?  We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• 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).

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What you will get from us

Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees.

We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger.

We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody.

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.

Job: Engineering

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: CPDI PDI

Job Level: Individual Contributor
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?: Relocation from within hiring country only
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time