Eaton Internship - Product Engineering: Applications Engineer
Eaton
Develop test fixtures, define requirements, and improve application engineering for switchgear.
14 days ago ago
$20 - $25
Entry-level
Internship
Arden, NC
Office Full-Time
Company Size
105,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electrical power distribution field services
Electrical system studies
Switchgear modernization
Custom Panel Shop
Turnkey electrical solutions
Modular integrated transportable substations
Modular data centre design/build services
Modular Power Assemblies
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
engineering systems
standards docs
test fixtures
hardware design
test plans
validation testing
- Work with a team to improve productivity of the application engineering function through testing and implementation of engineering systems.
- Work with a team to document and organize standards for control schematics along with other collateral utilized to fulfill customer requirements.
- Work with a team to develop test fixtures for verifying performance of various elements of Switchgear and Motor Control assemblies. As a member of the team, you will work with lead engineers on design principles such as defining requirements, contributing to definition of hardware design, define test plans and perform validation testing to confirm that system and functional requirements are met.
What you bring
electrical engineering
mechanical engineering
gpa 3.2
internship
geographic flexibility
leadership
- Excellent written, oral communication and presentation skills
- Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 of higher
- Prior internship or co-op experience
- Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States
- Actively enrolled or received a bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from accredited institution
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Actively enrolled in an electrical engineering program
- Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
- Ability to communicate technical information to customers and manufacturing
- Completion of sophomore year by the start of the application
- Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community
- Knowledge of design standards
- Strong analytical, computer, writing, presentation and customer service skills
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering
- Demonstrate geographic flexibility to relocate within the United States for the duration of the Internship to an Eaton facility including Asheville, NC, Fayetteville, NC, Greenwood, SC, Omaha, NE, or Portland, OR
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Company
Overview
Over 100 years
Years in operation
The company has been operational for over a century, demonstrating its long-standing presence in the industry.
Over 175 countries
Countries Operated
Eaton operates its business across 175 countries, showcasing its global reach and influence.
- global leader in power management, providing energy-efficient solutions for managing electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power.
- products and services span across industrial, commercial, residential, and infrastructure markets.
- innovative solutions in energy storage, electrical distribution, and industrial automation.
- instrumental in advancing technologies for utilities, transportation, and energy management.
- recent standout projects include large-scale energy management systems for smart cities and utilities.
- systems are crucial for sectors ranging from renewable energy to water resources management.
- history of growth through acquisitions, continuously expanding global footprint and product offerings.
- Develop employees by helping them succeed not just at work, but in life as well
- Delight customers by understanding their challenges and delivering real solutions proactively
- Deliver for shareholders by doing what's right
- Support communities by offering time and talent to meet social and economic needs
- We are ethical
- We are passionate
- We are accountable
- We are efficient
- We are transparent
- We learn
- Doing Business Right reflects unwavering commitment to highest ethical practices and standards of behavior
- Our brand promise: we make what matters work
31% GHG Reduction
Operational Emissions Reduced
The company has reduced its operational greenhouse gas emissions by 31% since 2018, amounting to 302,845 metric tons of CO2 equivalents.
Carbon Neutral by 2030
Commitment to Carbon Neutrality
The company aims to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2030, focusing on reducing carbon emissions across all operational activities.
58M Metric Tons (Scope 3)
Scope 3 Emissions in 2023
In 2023, the company reported Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions of 58,449,862 metric tons of CO2 equivalents, reflecting emissions from the entire value chain.
$3B Invested
Sustainable R&D Funding
The company has committed over $3 billion to research and development for sustainable solutions, highlighting its investment in eco-friendly innovations.
- Aiming to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
- Targeting a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030 from 2018 levels.
- Achieving zero-waste-to-landfill certification for 79% of manufacturing sites, up from 75% in 2022, with a 2030 target of 100%.
- Certifying 16% of manufacturing sites as zero-water-discharge, surpassing the 2030 target of 10% for water-stressed sites.
- Independent verification of Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG data with reasonable assurance and Scope 3 data with limited assurance.
- Deploying clean-energy projects such as solar microgrids, PV installations, and carports, reducing over 20,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalents annually.
28% Women
Representation in Salaried Roles
Women make up nearly 28% of salaried positions, striving toward a 2030 goal of 40%.
24% Minorities
U.S. Minority Representation
U.S. minorities comprise over 24% of salaried positions, aiming for 34% by 2030.
54% Leadership
Global Leadership Team Composition
Over half of the global leadership team are U.S. minorities.
2/3 Board
Board Member Diversity
Two-thirds of Board members identify as women or U.S. minorities.
10K Members
Inclusion Resource Groups
Eight Inclusion Eaton Resource Groups (iERGs) serve over 10,500 members globally.
100% Equality
Disability Equality Index
Received a perfect score of 100 on the Disability Equality Index for three consecutive years.
100% Equality
HRC Corporate Equality Index
Achieved a perfect score of 100% on the HRC Corporate Equality Index for eight consecutive years.
- Company-wide pay equity assurance processes are in place for U.S. minority and global gender pay equity.
- Eight Inclusion Eaton Resource Groups (iERGs) are present in 60 countries.
- Awarded as one of the Best Companies for Women in India by Avtar & Seramount.
- Received multiple global inclusion awards for commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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