Senior Power Distribution Controls Engineer - Seattle, WA

Senior Power Distribution Controls Engineer

Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems division is seeking a Senior Power Distribution Controls Engineer to join our industry-leading team. In this role, you'll lead the execution of complex projects involving the design, programming, installation, startup, maintenance, and optimization of automated control and power management systems. You'll work closely with customers to deliver innovative, reliable, and efficient solutions that power critical infrastructure. This is a remote position with up to 35% travel. A company vehicle is provided!

The expected annual salary range for this role is $100,000 - $147,000 a year. This role is also eligible for overtime pay.

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.

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

Essential Functions:

• Programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), relays, and RTUs (Remote Terminal Unit)
• Writing and deploying power transfer and other control schemes including Main-Tie-Main transfer schemes, load shedding/ peak shaving schemes, breaker control schemes, SCADA system development, and generator control.
• Quoting general turnkey control schemes (analyze specifications, price all applicable labor and materials, write a proposed scope of work, etc.)
• Assisting with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
• Troubleshooting systems that are not functioning properly.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Higher
• At least 3 years of PLC programming experience working directly with customers to provide technical solutions and manage the deployment of power automation projects.
• All candidates must reside within a 50 mile radius of the listed work location. No relocation is being offered for this position.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
• Professional Engineering license
• 5+ years' experience with power system controls
• Experience with relay logic
• Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems.

Position Criteria:

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