PRIMARY FUNCTION: The primary function of this position is working as a Regional Manufacturing Engineer, with a control engineering focus, leading continuous improvement efforts at the plant locations in the Vehicle Group North America region. This position will also be involved in driving standardization and working with cross-functional VG project(s) teams to implement strategic plan actions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Implementation and ongoing support of manufacturing processes deployed on production machinery that includes supporting the continuous improvement process when opportunities are identified to improve operation of equipment. Recommends and develops control specification for the selection of capital equipment for manufacturing processes. Improve current machine tools to increase uptime, improve quality, and increase productivity. Lead VGNA controls competency development through training and mentoring of regional and plant manufacturing engineers. Analyze the manufacturing methods to generate production process improvement and maximize production capacity and efficiency. Utilize strong project management skills to execute assigned projects and lead projects teams where necessary. Organize and lead team meetings for effective task completion per the implementation work plan and budgets. Support implementation of VG Initiatives through active participation in project tasks. Research and benchmark new manufacturing methods that can improve our manufacturing processes and/or give VGNA a competitive advantage. Prepare financial justification for projects using the economic data developed as input into the financial analysis and appropriation request process. Prepare concise summary presentation that leads to effective communication for management team decision. Manage capital and expense spending for assigned project(s). Ensure that all spending is in line both from a cost and timing perspective. Assure that the project team establishes effective capacity to support project requirements in short- and long-range sales forecast and customer delivery requirements. Assure environmental, health and safety requirements are satisfied when the project is implemented. #LI-CR1 Qualifications SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE: Education and Skills required to meet position qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution. Three+ years’ experience in a Manufacturing Engineering position with controls applications. Experience with programming and troubleshooting various robot applications. Experience with programming and troubleshooting various PLC applications. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and basic machine tool concepts. Knowledge of manufacturing, assembly processes, equipment technology, equipment capability, and product quality requirements for error free final product. Able to develop optimal manufacturing processes and provide cost estimates for business cases. Good decision making and communication skills. Capable of multi-tasking for multiple project assignments. Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Good team facilitation skills with ability to lead team members to enthusiastic consensus and task accomplishment to plan. Travel approximately 25-50%. Preferred/Additional Specialized Knowledge (not required to be qualified for position): Master’s Degree – MBA, Engineering, Management, etc. Knowledge and application of Eaton Business System tools for successful project completion Knowledge and experience with the PRO-Launch process Team-oriented, flexible, must be able to work with all levels of management Solid Modeling Lean Manufacturing Manufacturing Process Knowledge of: Forging Machining Heat Treat Plating Grinding Assembly Welding ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Must embrace learning. Must be able to work with limited, and remote, supervision. Must be capable of handling multiple projects at a time. High level of imagination and creativity for developing unique solutions to team tasks and problems when situation warrants. Ability to gather and analyze data quickly for multiple different scenarios leading to best possible decision based on information available. The ability to effectively interface and communicate with multiple plants, external suppliers, customers and management team to achieve project team goals and/or problem solving consensus. The ability to effectively interact in a multifunctional and multicultural environment to successfully meet or exceed specified goals. What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Manufacturing & Operations Region: Latin America Organization: VEH NAA North America Auto Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time