R&D Engineering Co-op: AI, Automation & Innovation

Eaton Corporation; Royal Pines (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s Power Distribution & Controls Assemblies Engineering Co-op in Arden, NC, is a structured three-term program that provides hands‑on experience in product research, development, design, validation, and digital engineering. The role emphasizes automation, AI, and data analytics while collaborating with R&D and Division Engineering teams to deliver measurable value.

The program rotates through Spring (R&D foundations), Summer (AI & Engineering Automation), and Fall (End-to-End Innovation

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited bachelor’s degree program in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Completion of foundational coursework appropriate to the degree program.
• Ability to complete the full three-term co-op assignment (Spring, Summer, Fall).
• Eaton will not sponsor immigration or CPT/OPT/STEM OPT.
• Ability to work at the assigned location for the duration of the program.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D and Division Engineering activities for power distribution and control assemblies.
• Assist in product design, engineering analysis, prototype development, testing, and validation.
• Contribute to AI-enabled solutions and automation to improve engineering productivity.
• Develop engineering drawings, specifications, and technical presentations.
• Collaborate with various engineering functions to solve problems and drive projects.

Skills

Engineering systems

Digital tools

Automation

Data analytics

Python

SQL

Power BI

AI tools

Machine learning

Lean / Six Sigma

Structured problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Simulation software

Job description

Eaton’s Power Distribution & Controls Assemblies Engineering Co-op in Arden, NC, is a structured three-term program that provides hands‑on experience in product research, development, design, validation, and digital engineering. The role emphasizes automation, AI, and data analytics while collaborating with R&D and Division Engineering teams to deliver measurable value.

The program rotates through Spring (R&D foundations), Summer (AI & Engineering Automation), and Fall (End-to-End Innovation