Electrical Engineer — Controls Design & Continuous Improvement

Eaton Corporation; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in South Milwaukee, WI is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and validate control systems and protective relays. You will lead product design, support introductions, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure robust components.

The role emphasizes problem solving, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma disciplines to continuously improve products and manufacturing processes. On-site position with standard benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• No relocation; candidates must reside within 50 miles of South Milwaukee, WI.
• Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain product designs, BOMs, drawings, and specifications for control systems and protective relays.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes for existing products.
• Resolve production, manufacturing, and testing issues with cross-functional teams.
• Partner with suppliers and Supplier Quality Engineers to evaluate capabilities and approve components.
• Investigate quality and reliability issues; document findings for customer communications.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma methodologies, and DFA/DFM principles.
• Perform engineering analyses and simulations using CAD, FEA, and other tools.
• Coordinate product verification, validation, and reliability testing with labs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and performance.

Skills

Product design

DFM/DFA

Manufacturing knowledge

Data analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Analog & Digital design

Project leadership

Green belt training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

CAD

FEA

PCB development tools

Electrical analysis tools

Job description

Eaton Corporation in South Milwaukee, WI is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and validate control systems and protective relays. You will lead product design, support introductions, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure robust components.

The role emphasizes problem solving, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma disciplines to continuously improve products and manufacturing processes. On-site position with standard benefits and growth opportunities.