Lab Technician II

Eaton Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Lab Technician II for our ES AMER ESS division in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on supporting engineering teams in developing power system products and accessories, including UPS systems used in data centers.

You will install equipment, conduct tests to standards, and analyze data using specialized test instruments while ensuring lab safety and organization. Relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Preferred associates degree in Electrical/Electronics or related field.
• Experience in engineering/technical roles (3+ years).
• Willing to work in a high-power lab environment and handle safety requirements.
• Candidates must reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, NC; relocation not offered.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment and instrumentation for evaluating power systems products.
• Perform product testing to industry standards.
• Use computer-based test equipment to record and analyze data.
• Organize test data and prepare test reports.
• Fabricate, modify and repair electronic assemblies and related hardware.
• Maintain lab organization and conduct routine maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in Electrical/Electronics

Strong verbal and written communication

Collaborative orientation

Good organizational and prioritization skills

Tools

Electronic test instrumentation

PCBA rework and soldering

Electrical power systems test equipment

Job description

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Lab Technician II. This role is located out of Raleigh, NC.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $56000 - $83000 a year.

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.

The Lead Validation Engineering Technician is an exciting role providing technical support for engineering teams in the development of new Eaton power system products and accessories. This role will support 3-phase UPS ( Uninterrupted Power Supplies) products typically utilized in commercial data centers and institutions.

What you'll do:

• Install equipment & instrumentation for use in evaluation of power systems products
• Perform product testing to industry standards
• Use computer-based test equipment for recording and analysis of test data
• Organize test data and prepare test reports
• Fabricate, modify and repair electronic assemblies and related hardware
• Test lab maintenance and organization

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Minimum three (3 years) experience in an engineering or technical role.
• Willing to work in a high-power lab test environment. (600vac, 1K DC).
• 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.
• Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.
• Candidate must reside within 50 miles of Raleigh, NC. Relocation is not available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Electrical/Electronics related degree from an accredited institution
• Experience with low voltage electrical systems.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience with electrical power systems, batteries, UPS systems, industrial controls, or a related engineering/technical role.
• Understanding of electronic circuit theory and troubleshooting.
• Experience with component parametric evaluation.
• Use of electronic test instrumentation.
• Experience with setup and test for product certifications.
• Electromechanical prototype fabrication experience.
• PCBA rework, modification and soldering techniques.
• Knowledge of basic electricity
• Collaborative orientation.
• Previous experience/knowledge with UPS and/or power electronic products.
• Previous Coursework in power electronics .
• Lab experience around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.
• Must possess effective and verbal communications skills.
• Must possess good organizational and prioritization skills to maintain and address multiple assigned projects and expectations

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