Solution Consultant - Emerging Technologies

Eaton; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package including a

On-site parking

Work at the AI and Cloud infra boom

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Power Systems Consultant to lead the adoption of next-generation data centre power architectures, including HVDC and solid-state systems. The role focuses on early market engagement, shaping design philosophies, and aligning Eaton’s portfolio with emerging technologies.

You will influence product strategy, educate key customers, and collaborate with global R&D to support ANZ market growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with power system modelling, grid integration, or power electronics.
• Exposure to HVDC, BESS integration, or solid-state systems.
• Knowledge of HVDC systems and next-generation distribution architectures.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert in data centre power technologies including HVDC, MVSST, and hybrid AC/DC systems.
• Translate technology trends into actionable insights for product and strategy teams.
• Educate the market through technical sessions and industry content.
• Engage with consultants, developers, and customers to shape requirements.

Skills

Advanced power system modelling

Grid integration

Power electronics

Technical influence with stakeholders

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. Every day, all around the world, people depend on technology, transportation, energy, and infrastructure to live and work. With rapid growth in electrification, an energy transition driven by climate change and explosive growth in connectivity, we’re well positioned to solve the world’s toughest electrical and mechanical power management challenges.

Due to growth, we are looking for a power systems consultant to be responsible for positioning Eaton as a trusted technical advisor in the evolution of next-generation data centre power architectures, including Medium Voltage Solid State Transformers (MVSST), HVDC distribution, and advanced energy systems.

This role focuses on early engagement with consultants, developers, and key customers to educate the market, shape design philosophies, and influence adoption of emerging technologies. Internally, the role assesses the implications of new power system architectures on Eaton’s portfolio, enabling proactive strategy development and capability alignment.

Key Duties

• Act as subject matter expert in emerging data centre power technologies including HVDC architectures, MVSST, solid-state power conversion, and hybrid AC/DC systems.
• Interpret how these technologies influence Eaton’s product strategy, solutions, and go-to-market approach.
• Engage early with consultants, specifiers, and end users to shape technical requirements and design standards.
• Deliver technical education sessions (e.g., lunch-and-learns, workshops, seminars) on emerging power system architectures.
• Develop white papers, technical insights, and industry content to position Eaton as a leader in next-generation data centre power solutions.
• Build relationships with key industry stakeholders, including developers, hyperscalers, and engineering consultants.
• Support pre-sales engagement by advising on future-state architecture and conceptual system designs.
• Identify customer needs, pain points, and future technology requirements.
• Translate emerging technology trends into actionable insights for Product Management, Engineering, and Sales teams.
• Identify capability gaps and support development of Eaton offerings aligned to future data centre requirements.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams to leverage innovation and align ANZ strategy.
• Provide technical input into complex opportunities and strategic bids where emerging technologies are relevant.
• Provide guidance on applicability, scalability, and integration into real-world data centre projects.

Qualifications

• Experience working with advanced power system modelling, grid integration, or power electronics technologies.
• Exposure to emerging architectures such as HVDC, BESS integration, or solid-state systems.
• Knowledge of HVDC systems, energy storage integration, and next-generation distribution architectures.
• Familiarity with data center design standards and performance expectations.
• Strong communication and ability to translate complex technical topics into market-relevant insights.
• High level of influence and credibility with external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Master’s preferred).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package including bonus
• On-site parking
• Work at the forefront of the AI and Cloud infrastructure boom.
• Opportunities for professional development and work in diverse segments including mining, commercial and industrial segments.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes encourage diversity by utilising a balanced selection criteria regardless of the applicants age, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other status protected or required by law. Eaton prides itself in truly representing the people within our communities.