About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience with power distribution and control products. You will work alongside lead engineers to gain technical knowledge and contribute to engineering projects. The program focuses on building functional expertise through real-world assignments and collaboration with senior team members.
What you'll do#
- Develop test fixtures to verify the performance of Switchgear and Motor Control assemblies.
- Collaborate with lead engineers to define design requirements and hardware specifications.
- Create test plans and conduct validation testing to ensure systems meet functional requirements.
- Document and organize standards for control schematics and customer-facing collateral.
- Improve the productivity of the application engineering team by testing and implementing new engineering systems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor degree program for electrical or mechanical engineering.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Ability to relocate within the United States for the duration of the internship.
- Knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering fundamentals and design standards.
- Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information to manufacturing teams and customers.
- Preferred: Enrollment in an electrical engineering program, a GPA of 3.2 or higher, completion of your sophomore year, and prior internship or co-op experience.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in your community or on campus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site position.
- Locations include Arden, NC; Sumter, SC; Fayetteville, NC; Greenwood, SC; and El Paso, TX.
- Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
- The internship term is rolling.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company that focuses on electrical, aerospace, and industrial technologies. Founded in 1911, the firm operates globally with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. It employs over 61,000 people and maintains a public status. The company works on electrification and digitalization projects to support renewable energy and power management needs.
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