Switchgear Modernization Engineer Intern

Eaton Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s Switchgear Modernization Engineer Internship invites engineering students to gain real-world experience in power distribution. You will test, troubleshoot, and document electrical systems, collaborate with engineers and customers, and learn from mentors in a structured program.

During the internship, you’ll develop hands-on technical skills, work on meaningful projects with measurable business impact, and explore leadership opportunities within Eaton’s global service teams.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled or have a degree in engineering (bachelor's or master's) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum GPA 2.8 overall.
• Willingness to relocate within the United States and hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing and troubleshooting of electrical distribution and control systems.
• Document and analyze using CAD drawings, schematics, and BOMs; assess manufacturability of nonstandard equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams and customers; maintain accurate test records.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

CAD drawings

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Schematic layouts

Job description

Eaton’s Switchgear Modernization Engineer Internship invites engineering students to gain real-world experience in power distribution. You will test, troubleshoot, and document electrical systems, collaborate with engineers and customers, and learn from mentors in a structured program.

During the internship, you’ll develop hands-on technical skills, work on meaningful projects with measurable business impact, and explore leadership opportunities within Eaton’s global service teams.