Job Description

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets.

What you’ll do

Experienced and innovative Senior MCCB (Molded Case Circuit Breaker) R&D Engineer to play a key role in the development and enhancement of our Molded Case Circuit Breaker product portfolio. This position is responsible for leading the design and development of new MCCB products, driving product performance improvements, and supporting technology roadmap execution. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in low-voltage power distribution products with solid problem-solving skills, cross-functional collaboration capabilities, and a customer-focused mindset.

1.Participate in the review of product requirement specifications based on input from marketing and customers.

2.Investigate and analyze new materials and their appropriate applications within our product line, particularly contact materials.

3.Support other CPC projects by providing materials expertise for specification development and sourcing activities from an R&D perspective.

4.Participate in design reviews and other product development processes.

5.Design and develop new and innovative products in accordance with product specifications.

6.Conduct testing of new products in accordance with applicable standards and customer requirements.

7.Complete and maintain required technical documentation.

8.Work with the Industrial Engineering team to support production line setup and manufacturing readiness.

9.Launch new product line extensions following a stage-gate process (e.g., PRO-Launch).

10.Conduct and review FEA and FMEA analysis on new products to ensure product integrity and implement design improvements based on the results.

11.Keep abreast of emerging technologies and materials and leverage engineering software tools to design, analyze, and validate product performance, enabling rapid product deployment.

12.Apply extensive materials knowledge with particular emphasis on plastic injection molding and metal stamping processes.

13.Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with cross-functional teams and manage mechanical engineering resources to support product development activities across all CPCD projects.

14.Participate in the evaluation and review of new product concepts, technologies, and industry development trends.

15.Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering; master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in new product development for electromechanical systems; experience in the low-voltage electrical industry is preferred.
• Extensive experience in component design and material selection, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Expert in low-voltage circuit breaker design, especially MCCB products.
• Extensive knowledge of material properties and applications, particularly silver contact materials and brazing materials.
• Proven track record of designing and successfully executing new product development programs.
• Proficiency in Pro/ENGINEER (Creo), AutoCAD, or other mechanical design software.
• Knowledge of FEA and FMEA methodologies is required; hands-on experience is preferred.
• Experience in applying DFSS methodologies to solve technical challenges and customer application issues.
• Good understanding of commercial market requirements, environmental regulations, and product qualification testing.
• Extensive knowledge of low-voltage power distribution systems and their applications.
• Strong communication skills with fluent spoken and written English.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior engineers.

At Eaton, we don’t just want to offer you a job, but a journey and experience. Our goal is to give you the space to find that sweet spot where your passion meets purpose.