Engineering Change Coordinator

Eaton Corporation; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Eaton Corporation in Lincoln, IL seeks an Engineering Change Coordinator to manage ECOs and BOM loading into Mapics. Relocation assistance is available for U.S. residents.

The role collaborates across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to ensure smooth design changes and accurate BOM data. The position may include 3D CAD design work and documentation updates, with a strong emphasis on process improvement and cross-functional training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 2 years engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Preferred: 5+ years in engineering change management.
• Experience with BOM creation and ERP systems (Mapics and/or SAP).
• Familiarity with PLM tools and processes.
• Experience with 2D/3D CAD.

Responsibilities

• Manage, track, and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews and approvals of ECOs.
• Maintain detailed records of ECOs and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.
• Create, review, and upload BOMs into Mapics with accuracy.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to validate BOM structures.
• Perform regular audits of BOMs to verify accuracy and address discrepancies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Teamwork

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Mapics

SAP

PLM tools

CAD (2D/3D)

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Engineering Change Coordinator. The position will be based at our facility in Lincoln, IL. We are offering relocation assistance for candidates who reside within the U.S.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

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.

What you'll do:

The Engineering Change Coordinator will play a critical role in managing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and ensuring the accurate and timely loading of Bills of Materials (BOMs) into the Mapics system. This position acts as a central point of communication between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to facilitate smooth transitions and updates to product designs. Secondary role may include design work for product support which includes 3D modeling and drawing changes.

Engineering Change Management:

• Manage, track, and implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews and approvals of ECOs, ensuring changes align with company goals and customer requirements.
• Maintain detailed records of ECOs and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.

Bill of Materials (BOM) Management:

• Create, review, and upload BOMs into Mapics with a high degree of accuracy.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to validate BOM structures and ensure consistency.
• Perform regular audits of BOMs to verify accuracy and address discrepancies promptly.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Serve as the liaison between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure smooth implementation of changes.
• Provide training or guidance to team members on ECO processes and tools.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve ECO workflows and BOM management processes.
• Support the development and maintenance of documentation related to ECO and BOM processes.

Design Change Support (10% of role):

• Support plant and product lines via design changes utilizing 3D CAD modeling and drawing changes.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 2 years of engineering or manufacturing work experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years in engineering change management or a related role within a manufacturing environment. Experience with BOM creation and management in ERP systems
• Mapics and/or SAP experience preferred
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and processes.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Experience with 2D and 3D CAD.
• Previous experience in plant transitions.
• Metal fab, electrical or similar industry experience.
• Power BI experience

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of coordinating with diverse teams.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Team-oriented with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Resilience and emotional intelligence.

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