As an intelligent power management company, Eaton is fully engaged in our digital transformation to improve our internal business processes and to reach and serve our customers better and provide them with new value. We are reshaping the way we think and work – leveraging digital tools and technologies to accelerate our transformation and instilling a digital mindset from the ground up. We are eager and open to new ways of thinking, and we need your creativity, innovative ideas and expertise. We believe that diversity of thought, cultures and backgrounds is what contributes to our success. If you want to help shape the digital future of Eaton, join our team and make a real impact. Eaton’s Digital Office Utilities division is currently seeking a Product Owner to join our team supporting the GridAdvisor Smart Sensor product line. This position is based at our Plymouth, MN facility. This role can work remote as well! The primary function of the Product Owner works closely with the Product Manager with responsibilities for market assessment, product development prioritization, technical sales support, and product development project consulting. You will support Eaton’s GridAdvisor Smart Sensor product line (here). We are seeking a self-motivated and capable of making independent decisions concerning project priorities and must be capable working with our global teams to accomplish objectives. This position will be responsible for answering technical product and application questions for our customers, sales force, engineering, and other departments within the organization. The preferred applicant has a technical background in electrical engineering and communications networking. The preferred applicant has previous work experience or knowledge of electrical distribution systems. The preferred applicant is versed in Distribution Automation concepts, SCADA applications, and has an understanding of embedded controls, embedded control designs, and server and client-based software applications. The preferred applicant is familiar with Agile development concepts and is comfortable writing user stories and having technical discussions with development engineers. 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: Develop and manage product backlog and release planning, serving primary product expert and liaison between marketing and engineering/manufacturing. Develop, communicate, and manage the prioritization of user stories describing product functionality requests from customers and prospects considering market trends. Collaborate regularly with the Eaton engineering team and other Eaton product stakeholders to discuss product functionality and use cases. Participate in regular Agile scrum ceremonies including daily scrums, Sprint reviews, planning, and retrospectives, and regular backlog refinement meetings. Support the development of all product collaterals, pricing structures, samples, and working with Product Line Managers, Marketing Managers, and Marcomm for PR, advertising, tradeshow and customer testimonial development Lead the development and maintenance of various technical marketing collateral including technical documentation, application notes, FAQs, product notes, user guides, field training presentation content and demos Establish and maintain hands-on, in-depth knowledge of competitors including business model, solutions, and products. Why work at Eaton? 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) 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 from an accredited institution. Minimum 4 years of experience in managing moderate to high complexity digital products. Experience working in Agile development methodologies. Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future. Preferred qualifications: Knowledge of Distribution Automation solutions like Fault Location, Isolation, and Service Restoration. Knowledge of Protection Controls like Reclosers and Relays. Knowledge of communication networks. Knowledge of distribution system device protocols like DNP 3.0, IEC 61850, ModBus, etc.). Knowledge of inter-related utility technologies such as SCADA, data concentrators, communications, and enterprise applications. Position Criteria: Knowledgeable in the electric utility industry. Collaborative team player. Self-starter who requires minimal supervision and direction. Proven ability to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences. Strong technical background specifically related to the product line. Strong problem-solving skills / excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to interface with customers in various subject matter areas. 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: Marketing Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico Organization: EPG EAS Electrical Automation Solutions Job Level: Individual Contributor Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes – Remote Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time