Job details
Salary $98,400 - $135,300 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Eaton’s electrical engineering systems & services (eess) division is currently seeking a sales application engineer- modular solutions to join our teamThis position can be located at our raleigh, nc or moon township, pa location or can be based remotely from a home officeRemote candidates must currently reside within the united states and must work out of a united states remote location.
Position overview:
Eaton’s modular solutions program is a dynamic and growing segment with the larger eess organizationThe modular solutions program includes modular integrated transportable substations (mits) and low voltage critical (ups-centric) and non-critical enclosures & skidsAs eaton looks to grow this segment, the modular solutions product line has an opening for a sales application engineer to support modular data center (mdc) and modular power assembly (mpa) solutions.
This position will report to the modular solutions program managerThis position will be both the sales and technical lead for assigned opportunities during proposal stage as well as during the engineering design phase of a customer orderAs this is a lead position, the candidate should demonstrate strong technical and commercial aptitude to be able to rise into the modular solutions program manager role, and if needed, on an interim basis.
Making what matters work at eaton takes the passion of every employee around the worldWe create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every dayIt’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:
Interpret project specifications and provide a detailed specification response with support from lead application engineers; assist sales with technical proposals/bid packages.
Create proposals for projects and provide input to pricing approvals and deal strategy reviews for projects that meet the criteria (e.gOrder value, complexity).
Be a liaison for the modular solutions business to customers, both internal and external.
Interface with vendors and purchasing team on requesting quotesDevelop vendor requirements as part of rfq to vendorsReview pricing and technical response of vendors to ensure scope of supply is well defined and adequately addressed in bid.
In the absence of firm customer specifications or design, be able to perform engineering system design for customized modular solutions to include ups systems, switchboards, panelboards, transformers, and other electrical infrastructure equipment as required to meet basic customer requirements.
Develop and improve test plans and inspection check sheets to ensure quality of final delivered solutionProvide oversight and direction for testing and inspections both at the factory, at integrators, and at customer sites as needed.
Ability to present training and/or guidance to customers on the operation and maintenance of the supplied modular solution.
Interface with project execution team (mission critical and project operations) for system applications and order summary information.
Support technical presentations and development of new specifications with customer technical staff.
Evaluate processes and provide leadership to improve systems within modular solutions in collaboration with opex, modular team, and other resources as necessary.
Lead the technical execution of assigned projects in partnership with the assigned project manager for project hand-off and technical support during the project.
Contribute to modular solutions product management technology roadmap with support of product manager.
Contribute feedback on form, fit, function of proposed designs in design reviews.
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 from an accredited institution
Minimum of 5 years of electrical industry experience
Must be legally authorized to work in the united states without company sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor`s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution
Experience with the integration of ups and switchboards onto a skid or within an enclosure
Experience providing technical support to product sales teams
Experience with proposal development in all of eaton`s end markets (industrial, commercial, data center, healthcare, utility, institutional and government)
Experience sizing hvac equipment for cooling electrical equipment
Experience specifying batteries for ups applications, including lithium ion technology
Position criteria:
Results driven
Self-starter, accountable
Strong experience to deliver technical solutions to customers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to be flexible to adjust to changing project conditions
Strong computer skills
Proactive at solving issues before becoming problems
Knowledgeable with nec (national electrical code)
Electrical systems focus with ups and power distribution equipment
Must meet access requirements for government facilities
Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license
What you’ll get from us:
We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-beingListed 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)
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employeesEmployment 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 provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practicesThe annual salary range for this role is $98,400 - $135,300 a yearEligible for an annual performance-based incentive plan with a target at 15% of base salary.
At eaton, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their familiesIn addition to a competitive base salary, eaton provides various health and welfare benefits as well as retirement benefitsClick here for more detail: eaton benefits at a glance.
We make what matters workEverywhere 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 commonIt all relies on powerThat’s why eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainableBecause this is what matters.
We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embodyWe’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learningThese 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 eessd electrical engrg svcs systems div
Job level: individual contributor
Schedule: full-time
Is remote work (i.eWorking from home or another eaton facility) allowed for this position?: yes
Does this position offer relocation?: no
Travel: yes, 25 % of the time
