Eaton is seeking a Lead Power Electronics Engineer for its newly formed Power Electronics (PE) Center of Excellence (CoE) in Raleigh NC. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed. Position Overview: Eaton’s PE CoE accelerates the company’s growth through the development of power electronics platforms and building blocks that are scalable, cost-effective, and manufacturable as well as standardized design methodologies that can be adopted by multiple businesses (e.g. UPS, LV/MV Drives, Energy storage, etc.), which provides a foundation for our business to more rapidly develop innovative products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing power electronics circuits, platforms, and systems for power conversion and circuit protection applications. This position requires a strong understanding of modern power converter topologies, including resonant DC-DC converters. A good blend of technical knowledge and business acumen is needed to be successful in this position. 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 and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. In this role you will: Lead power electronics design and development activities and demonstrate start-finish ownership for the assigned tasks; Perform design, modeling, simulation, and development of power electronics, including analog and digital electronics, for power conversion and circuit protection; Develop technical requirements for the designs, create technical reports and presentations; Build and measure test circuits, analyze data to improve/optimize the design in terms of performance, size, cost, manufacturability, and reliability; Collaborate with and support mechanical, PCB layout, and firmware engineers to successfully develop and validate the designs. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. Qualifications Required (Basic) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution 7+ years in power electronics engineering work; Significant modeling, simulation, and analysis experience using tools like Matlab/Simulink, SPICE, or PLECS; Proven hands-on experience with power converter hardware development and testing; Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution. Strong knowledge of power semiconductors, power electronics passive components (e.g., high-frequency magnetics, power capacitors, etc.), state-of-the-art cooling techniques; Experience with modern converter topologies, specifically isolated DC-DC converters (e.g., resonant, phase-shifted full bridge, dual active bridge) Thorough understanding of PCB layout and EMC/EMI design practices, of voltage clearance/creepage requirements, insulation and interconnection techniques; Familiarity with control methods, experience with microcontrollers and digital signal processors. Position Criteria Ability to learn new skills, knowledge, industry, or products Self-motivated and goal-oriented individual; Strong communication and presentation skills; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and technical documents; 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. We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters. Job: Engineering Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: Electrical Sector 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