Senior Power Systems Automation Engineer

Eatons Electrical Engineering Services & Systems is currently seeking an Senior Power Systems Automation Engineer to join our team. This position will be based at any of these locations; Hanover, MD, Sandston, VA, Boothwyn, PA or Manassas, VA facility.Eaton's Electrical Services & Systems team offers a comprehensive portfolio of services tailored for every stage of a power systems life cyclewhether its design, build, or support. Our services integrate and optimize the elements of a power system to make sure its aligned with business goals. We can help keep your power system safe, efficient, reliable, and up-to-date.The Power Systems Automation group is a full-service systems integrator with the capabilities to integrate the necessary equipment and technologies, to provide a complete, power automation solution. This team of engineers and technicians brings extensive skills and experiences with a variety of leading HMI software packages enabling us to design graphically rich, easy-to-use operator interfaces that take advantage of the latest standalone or web-based technologies. Our experience transcends a multitude of equipment manufacturers, software packages, and network architectures, including all major OEMs HMI, PLCs, and components. We offer single point responsibility, a high level of engineering and systems integration expertise, and a unified focus on cost effective solutions, seamless integration, HMI development, energy management tools, and professional turnkey system design and implementation.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. Its where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potentialand where you can help us reach ours.+ Provide on-site implementation of Power Management and mission critical monitoring and control systems including Power Xpert, Foreseer, PowerNet, and next generation Power Monitoring platforms.+ Provide applied engineering and consultation to customers in the areas of system integration, installation, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of power management, control, and mission critical systems+ Programming of PLC control systems (Power Control, Generator Control, and SCADA)+ Responsible for Commissioning systems+ Has knowledge and experience with HMI (Human Machine Interface) software and power monitoring software packages.+ Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, SNMP, OPC, DDE, TCP/IP.When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we as individuals and as a company are stronger. QualificationsRequired (Basic)Qualifications:+ Bachelors degree from an accredited institution+ Minimum of 3 years of experience working with PowerManagement, Power Control, Mission Critical, or Building Managementsystems.+ Legally authorized to work in the United States withoutcompany sponsorship+ All candidates must reside within a 50 mile radius ofthe work locations listed. No relocation will be offered for this role.Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from thegeographical area limitation.Preferred Qualifications:+ PE License+ Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from anaccredited institutionPosition SuccessCriteria:+ Strong computer skillsrequired with Windows Operating Systems and Databases.+ Intermediate Networkingskills including the ability to troubleshoot network hardware and interfaces,including Ethernet and Fiber+ Knowledge of powerquality meters, trip units, protective relays and UPS+ Working knowledge oftest equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power managementsystems.+ Knowledge oftroubleshooting, test and repair techniques.+ Advanced understandingof the companys and competitors automation and power management systems andservices.+ Knowledge and practiceof safety precautions related to working with automation and power managementsystems.+ Ability to interfacewith internal and external customers, salespeople, and other team members on atechnical level.+ Has demonstrated abilityto provide service and represent company interests in developing customerrelationships to assure long-term customer satisfaction.+ Excellent interpersonaland communication/presentation skills.+ Submit to periodiccustomer specific required background and drug screenings.We are committed toensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of anapplicant'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.We make what matters work. Everywhere you lookfrom the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every dayyoull find one thing in common. It all relies on power. Thats why Eaton is dedicated to improving peoples 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. Were ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and were committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.Job: EngineeringRegion: North America US/Puerto RicoOrganization: ESSG EESSD Electrical Engrg Svcs Systems DivJob Level: Individual ContributorSchedule: Full-timeIs remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: NoDoes this position offer relocation?: NoTravel: Yes, 25 % of the TimeEaton is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Eaton is 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.