Remote Power Systems Controls Engineer – Microgrid & BESS

Eaton; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 97,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Eaton’s Power Systems Controls Applications Engineer role is fully remote for U.S. West Region candidates. The position focuses on developing technical and commercial automation solutions for switchgear, with salary guidance of $97,000–$137,000 and a possible variable incentive.

Responsibilities include preparing proposals, pricing, and supporting sales-to-execution processes, with travel up to 25% and ongoing growth in Microgrid and energy storage applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years related experience in electrical power systems.
• 3+ years in electrical industry application engineering or related fields.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% within the U.S. West Region.
• Ability to work in the United States without immigration sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Quote PSC opportunities across the U.S. West Region with customized proposals.
• Develop technical and commercial proposals valued from $50k to $2M.
• Provide reports and presentations on negotiations and market trends.
• Maintain pricing data and documentation in PSC tools.
• Support order entry and project handoff to PSC engineers.
• Advance professional development in Microgrids, BESS, PV, and Generator Paralleling.
• Work evenings/weekends as needed to meet bid deadlines.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Automation

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical)

Tools

PLC programming

HMI software

RTUs

Relays and protection

Job description

Eaton’s Power Systems Controls Applications Engineer role is fully remote for U.S. West Region candidates. The position focuses on developing technical and commercial automation solutions for switchgear, with salary guidance of $97,000–$137,000 and a possible variable incentive.

Responsibilities include preparing proposals, pricing, and supporting sales-to-execution processes, with travel up to 25% and ongoing growth in Microgrid and energy storage applications.