Mechanical/Panelboard Engineer

Eaton; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Mechanical/Panelboard Engineer for its Sumter, SC site. This on-site role runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with the opportunity for a variable incentive program.

The successful candidate will review orders, prepare manufacturing information using CAD tools, and design parts with 3-D modeling. Relocation to Sumter may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution or current enrollment with expected graduation by December 2026.
• Willing to relocate to Sumter, SC; relocation assistance provided if needed.
• Eaton will not sponsor CPT/OPT/STEM OPT or similar visa programs.

Responsibilities

• Verify that complete and accurate order entry information has been received for incoming switchboard orders.
• Prepare Manufacturing Information (MI) for switchboards using Bid Manager, AutoCAD, and Plant Order Manager.
• Identify and design special fabricated parts using ACAD and 3-D modeling systems to ensure MI completion and proper material routing.
• Interface with customers, channel partners, Field-Sales, and EatonCare through plant visits, training support and customer events.
• Provide input to Product Line development on design and pick table enhancements.
• Support assembly teams in resolving process and information quality problems.
• Support Satellite Plants through design review and product implementation.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Enrolled in Engineering degree with graduation by Dec 2026

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk 3D Inventor

Microsoft Office

MRP/ERP Systems

Job description

Requisition ID75786-Posted10/21/2026

Eaton’s ES AMER ARSdivision is currently seeking aMechanical/Panelboard Engineer. Thiis position is ONSITE Monda--Friday 8:00am-5:00pm at our Sumter SC Eaton location.

The Mechanical/Panelboard Engineer is responsible for engineering customer orders including detailed review of layout and application of equipment, wiring and component selection, component layout and modeling using 3D cad software, and supports various phases of order management from initial engineering review thru production shipment.xpected annual salary range for this role is $71000- $105000a 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:

In this function you will:

• Verify that complete and accurate order entry information has been received for incoming switchboard orders.
• Prepare Manufacturing Information (MI) for switchboards, utilizing Bid Manager, AutoCAD, and Plant Order Manager.
• Identify and design special fabricated parts required using ACAD and 3-D modeling systems (Auto-Desk Inventor, etc.), ensuring that MI’s are completed and the material is routed accordingly to the appropriate assembly team.
• Interface with customers, channel partners, Field-Sales, and EatonCare through participation in plant visits, training support and customer events.
• Provide input to Product Line development teams on design and pick table enhancements.
• Support and assist assembly teams in resolution of process and/or information quality problems.
• Support Satellite Plants thru design review and product implementation.

Qualifications:

Basic REQUIRED Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution OR currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Engineering from an accredited institution with an expected graduation date by December 2026.
• Must be willing to relocate to Sumter, SC. Relocation assistance will be provided,if needed.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with MRP/ERP Systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated proficiency in Autodesk (AutoCAD and 3D Inventor)
• Demonstrated technical and application knowledge of switchboards
• Demonstrated proficiency in verbal & written communications, organizational & computer skills

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Skills:

Position Criteria:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, persuasive skills, and analytical problem solving skills. Work with individuals and groups to effectively participate within team environment.

Additional Information:

Expected to work with some degree of independence and make decisions that affect the workgroup. Focus efforts on attaining assigned goals and objectives, which include meeting needs and expectations of internal and external customers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds. The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to noise and frequently exposed to dust.

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