Early Talent Leadership Development Program Canada

Eaton; Burlington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Canada is offering a two-year Early Talent Leadership Development Program designed to kick-start your career. Participants will dive into various leadership roles and develop skills through rotational assignments across different facilities. Candidates must hold a relevant engineering degree and have prior internship experience. This program aims to build future leaders in operations and engineering fields.

Benefits

Leadership training

Exclusive learning curriculum

Annual Early Talent Conference

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree must be in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, power systems, operations or manufacturing engineering.
• Minimum of one internship or co-op experience required.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a permanent basis.

Responsibilities

• Engage in rotational assignments across various locations and business areas.
• Drive real-world problems with innovation.
• Cultivate skills in engineering, manufacturing, and business roles.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership aptitude

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

Eaton’s Early Talent Leadership Development Program offers a unique opportunity to kick-start your career. As part of the program, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. You’ll get leadership training, coaching, and networking with senior leaders.

Through rotational assignments across various locations and business areas in Canada, you will develop a broad skill set and prepare for future leadership roles. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work—they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of our company. You’ll team up with experienced leaders, gaining diverse experiences that’ll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

What Sets Our Early Talent Programs Apart

• Personalized Program Experience: We’re committed to energizing your career and empowering your impact. No two participants share the same experience or set of responsibilities.
• Role Exploration: In our programs, you'll explore various roles early on. This allows you to build your skills and maximize your potential for future roles.
• Strategic Networking: Collaborate with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience.

Your career matters – and we’re here to make it work. Are you ready?

What do you get to do in this position?

Manufacturing, Engineering, Operational excellence, Supply chain management, Quality control, Marketing, Sales and more – wherever your career aspirations may be, you can cultivate your skills in the Eaton Leadership Development Program. Crafted to serve as a pipeline for future leaders in the operations of our business groups, this program offers you the chance to work in a variety of engineering, manufacturing, and business roles and to rapidly develop your leadership competencies.

Structure Of Program

This is a two-year program that involves three assignments in an Eaton facility that each last 8 months. This position will be based in Greater Toronto Area, Ontario. To maximize your development, each assignment has the potential to have you placed in three different facilities in Canada during the length of your program. Your assignments will give you multiple opportunities to refine your leadership skills. You will also interact with and present to Eaton leaders during your assignments.

After completion of the program, your experience and newly acquired skills could lead you in a variety of career paths, such as operations, operational excellence, quality, project management, front line supervision, marketing, sales or engineering. Long term career opportunities as you advance within Eaton could include roles such as plant manager, general manager, product manager, quality manager, manufacturing project leader or program manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Including Educational Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, power systems, operations and/or manufacturing engineering from an accredited institution, with a graduation date no later than May 2026.
• Minimum of one internship or co-op experience or relevant prior work experience.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada on a permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering with a minor in business.
• 2-3 prior internship or co-op experiences in a manufacturing setting.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and / or community.
• Ability to speak a second language (French preferred).

What will make you successful in this role?

• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership aptitude and desire to build a career in a manufacturing environment.
• Quick learner, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.
• This role may include travel (up to 25%) within a local region as determined by the manager.

What We Offer You

• Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years and has a major impact on the energy industry.
• Work in a company with commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability.
• Exclusive learning curriculum designed to bolster your leadership skills. During the program, you will attend training sessions focused on developing key skills, such as critical thinking, emotional intelligence, career management and self-presentation.
• Annual Early Talent Conference and other events to expand your network within Eaton by connecting with senior leaders and fellow participants on key topics – from sustainability and diversity to team management and business development.