Development Program: Field Service Engineer

Eaton Corporation; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tuition assistance for ongoinglearning

Leads program with bonus pay

Overtime and travel premiums

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Field Service Engineer in the United States as part of its Electrical Engineering Services and Systems team. The role focuses on delivering technical solutions to customer power problems across diverse environments and regions.

You will participate in a structured development program designed to build leadership and technical expertise, with hands-on projects, training, and mentorship. The position involves travel, OT eligibility, and a company vehicle provision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with graduation date before August 2027
• Minimum overall GPA 2.8
• Minimum internship/co‑op experience or 3 months in a technician/maintenance role working on machines/vehicles/equipment
• U.S. relocation flexibility and valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Work on assigned projects for electrical power distribution equipment
• Provide technical solutions to customers
• Perform complex engineering assignments involving design, testing, studies or investigations
• Demonstrate proficiency in test equipment operation, troubleshooting, protective relays and power quality measurements
• Generate timely service reports on work, performance, and warranties

Skills

Strong computer skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering

GPA 2.8 minimum

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

We make what matters work.

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our Early Talent Programs open up an exciting world of opportunities for you to make a difference on a global scale. 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 seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to define and reach your career goals.

What sets our Early Career 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.
• Broad Exposure: Diverse work locations and comprehensive customer portfolios are a required part of the adventure, enhancing your learning and maximizing program benefits.
• Role Exploration: Gain insight into various careers within Eaton through extensive services that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable power systems at every stage.
• Strategic Networking: Benefit from networking and mentorship opportunities within one of North America's largest and most experienced power distribution service organizations.
• Tangible Learning: See firsthand how Eaton is powering the future of Power Distribution through real world application and customer service.
• In a Field Service Engineering role, you’ll gain a strong technical foundation in power distribution while working in diverse customer environments and locations, providing unique learning opportunities, broad industry exposure, and hands‑on experience solving complex electrical power challenges.

It’s time to make connections, get energized, and power ahead.

Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary for this role is $82,000 with a one-time $6,000 signing bonus.

What you’ll do:

The Electrical Engineering Services and Systems global service team is one of the largest and most experienced teams of power system professionals in the industry. As one of our engineers, you’ll help to provide solutions to our customers’ power problems at every stage of the power system.

As one of our Field Service Engineers, you’ll help to provide solutions to our customers’ power problems at every stage of the power system.

In this development program, you will:

• Work on assigned projects for electrical power distribution equipment
• Deliver technical solutions to customers
• Perform less conventional complex engineering assignments that may involve equipment or product design, testing of materials, process studies, or research investigations
• Display proficiency in the following: Test Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting Techniques, Protective Relays, Power Quality Measurements, Disaster Recovery, Rotating Machinery, Protection & Control Design
• Generate timely and accurate service reports on work, product performance, and warranties

This role is designed to prepare you for both technical and future leadership roles at Eaton. As a new engineer, you will be provided with a structured training and development curriculum; a blend of instructor-led, virtual classrooms, eLearning courses, and on-the-job training provided by expert mentors and team members to assist you in developing your career.

Team Benefits:

• Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, eligible for overtime and travel premiums
• Career growth, mentorship and safety training
• Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone
• Tuition assistance for ongoing learning
• Leads program with bonus pay
• Opportunities across 32 service branches

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with graduation date before August of 2027
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
• Minimum of one internship/co‑op experience or an equivalent 3 months of experience in a technician or maintenance role working on or with machines, vehicles or large equipment
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F‑1 to H‑1B, H‑1B cap registration, O‑1, E‑3, TN status, I‑485 job portability, etc.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in engineering with a major in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or mechatronics from an accredited institution
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Prior work experience within the electrical/power industry with understanding of 3‑phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems
• Experience performing power quality measurements, troubleshooting, analysis as well as protective relays
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community

Skills:

Position Success Criteria:

• Location will be in one of five major regions within the United States (i.e. Central, Northeast, Southeast, Gulf and West regions); typically in or near a major U.S. city.
• This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton’s Driver Safety Policy and requires current, unrestricted valid driver’s along with an acceptable driving record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire and are subject to checks thereafter.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy; This includes role‑applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) program and any required annual re‑certifications thereafter.
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
• Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district/state/region/country based on customer requirements.
• This position requires you to drive an Eaton vehicle.
• Must be able and willing to obtain Department of Transportation (DOT) non‑CDL qualification and comply with all DOT regulatory requirements, if required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Understands 3‑phase power systems and low, medium, and high voltage power distribution equipment.
• Practices electrical safety measures
• Performs physically demanding tasks, requirement to stand, walk, stoop, squat, kneel, and reach above, to, and below shoulder level, lift, carry, push, pull, and use hands to handle and feel. Frequently required to climb and regularly required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally required to push/pull greater than 50 pounds with assistance. May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work at sites with areas that have poor lighting, ventilation, and dust and/or be exposed to high noise levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC card.
• Proficient with hand and power tools for equipment assembly
• Strong computer skills
• Strong problem‑solving and logical thinking skills
• Works well under time constraints and in stressful situations
• Explain technical problems and solutions
• Collaborates effectively with the team to meet project deadlines

We aspire to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees. We do this by helping all our employees maximize their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing, both at work and at home. Learn more about Eaton’s Wellness Culture Here

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.