Eaton’s Power Reliability Division is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Specialist, New Product Development to join our team. This position is based at our South Milwaukee, WI facility and offers a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office/2 days remote). Relocation is offered! Position Overview: This high-impact role leads the design and development of switchgear and switchgear sub-systems. In this role, creativity and innovation are focused on developing new electro-mechanical product solutions for application on electrical power systems. This position works directly with a broad set of technologies including polymers, vacuum interrupters, electromagnetic actuators, linear drive mechanisms, castings, and metal fabrications. This role participates in large New Product Development projects as the lead system designer or as a subsystem core team member. In addition, role will lead small NPD projects and technology development projects independently. As a technical leader, this role will be responsible for the mentorship and development and will assist in building the organizational capability of the entire NPD group. With eight Eaton facilities and more than 1600 employees located in Southeastern Wisconsin, Eaton’s local footprint enables our employees with state-of-the-art laboratories and access to manufacturing, all while providing ample opportunities for development and career growth within region. 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 function you will: Design execution: Leverage digital design and engineering simulation tools to design, develop and integrate switchgear components, subassemblies and final assemblies as the “lead doer” on our largest NPD project. Design excellence: Achieve excellence in 3D CAD design skill for one of our key technologies and set development standards for the department in this field. Cross-functional influence: Work with cross-functional stakeholders to optimize Design for X Implementation: Implement new products into production through the engineering change management system. Planning: Develop work processes and durations for completing assigned project tasks with the ability to identify critical dependencies and risks. Strategy: Provide technical leadership influencing product roadmaps and guiding technology roadmaps. Leadership: Guide early-career engineers in all aspects of engineering 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 Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution Five (5) years engineering experience in new product development & design Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Engineering Demonstrated skills in engineering analysis and digital simulation (CAD, FEA, statistical analysis, software applications, electrical/mechanical analysis tools, etc.) Strong product design, DFM/DFA, and manufacturing knowledge with multiple static and dynamic technologies and processes Experience with phase gate project management processes Familiar with the electric power industry, especially medium-voltage distribution 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 provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site. Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites) Healthcare/retirement savings programs Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico) #LI-LE1 Eaton considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com 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: Engineering Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: ESSG CPSD PRD Power Reliability Division Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Hybrid Does this position offer relocation?: Relocation from within hiring country only Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time