Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer (Hybrid)

Eaton Corporation; Urbandale (IA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid overtime

Job summary

Eaton is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer to lead development, testing, and deployment of PLC/HMI software for power transfer applications. You will specify components, create BOMs, and guide electrical designers to deliver robust control solutions.

The role is hybrid (approximately 35% on-site) with a salary range of $97,000–$143,000 per year, plus paid overtime and a company vehicle. Emphasis on safety and compliance with Eaton’s QEW program and background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 7+ years experience in power distribution controls OR Master’s degree with 5+ years OR 10+ years experience.
• Current, unrestricted driver’s license with satisfactory MVR; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, test, and deploy PLC/HMI software for power transfer applications (Main-Tie-Main, Main-Gen, etc.).
• Follow customer and internal specifications for project implementation.
• Select components and create bill of materials.
• Provide sketches and direction to Electrical Designers for project drawings.
• Prepare SOOs, test procedures, and customer submittals.
• Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
• Troubleshoot systems not functioning properly.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Power systems controls

Electrical design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Modbus

DNP3

IEC-61850

Job description

Eaton is seeking a Power Systems Controls Engineer to lead development, testing, and deployment of PLC/HMI software for power transfer applications. You will specify components, create BOMs, and guide electrical designers to deliver robust control solutions.

The role is hybrid (approximately 35% on-site) with a salary range of $97,000–$143,000 per year, plus paid overtime and a company vehicle. Emphasis on safety and compliance with Eaton’s QEW program and background checks.