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This position will contribute to the overall success of the product line with involvement in pre-launch project research through manufacturing launch as well as participating in technology developments within the innovation pipeline for both Pow-R-Way III and Powerwave 2 busway. Functional responsibility includes design, testing and certification of busway and busplug assemblies with respect to performance, reliability, DFMA, and cost optimization of the final product. This position will work closely with the Engineering Manager, Program Manager, Engineering and MOL Supervisors, Mechanical Engineers, Product Line Marketing Manager, Operations team members, Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing personnel in order to develop products per our Pro-Launch process.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:\nPerform CAD solid modeling, design simulation, product specifications, drawing packages, Bill of Material (BOM) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) creation, systems development, product testing and design validation \nDesign parts and assemblies which include component types including: sheet metal, plastics, mechanisms, electrical and wiring, and/or packaging\nParticipate in new product development/introduction, innovation, idea creation and implementation, prototype assembly and testing, DFMA assessments, plus other design-to-industrialization activities\nParticipate in project management and engaging with multi-disciplined teams to achieve goals using ProLaunch and other project management tools\nParticipate in Voice of the Customer (VOC) product and market requirements research \nMaintain and upgrade existing products through MOL (Maintenance of Line) plus VAVE activity support\nProvide assistance with 3rd party certifications such as UL, CSA, ISTA, and other regulatory agencies\nEnsure timely completion to project commitment dates\nPerform all operations using the highest safety and hygiene standards, electrical practices and established procedures. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workplace.\nWork from written or verbal information, sketches, and drawings to perform design tests necessary to prove engineering designs, modifications, and improvements.\nWhat you’ll do:\nAssist technical personnel in recommending changes pertaining to dimensions, fits, tolerances, finishes, configuration, material and processes of parts and assemblies to enhance the possibility for design to pass design tests.\nUsing basic mathematical principles make necessary mathematical computations and mechanical setups involved in the process of running electrical design tests.\nUnderstand and demonstrate knowledge of test equipment at on-site lab - impulse generator, current generator, Hi-pot box, environmental chamber along with oscilloscopes, oscillograms, camera, and digital camera\nAssist in preparing equipment for design tests - support the equipment, making electrical connections to the test equipment, attaching thermal couples, applying insulation techniques, etc.\nComplete test reports and all data entry using a computer, printer, photographs.\nAssist witness tests for ETL, UL, CSA, and other certifying organizations.\nConduct required tests and calibration using design test equipment described above under the direction of technical personnel.\nAnalyze design test results, such as temperature rise data, and make structure change recommendations to improve test results, if necessary.\nWork with engineering sketches and oral instructions and/or engineering to set-up and perform design tests.\nProvide prompt responses to design test requests to support production and customer ship dates.\nIdentify special or unusual conditions of design test failure modes, recommend design fixes to engineering, and assist engineering in developmental work.\nBecome familiar with all industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, NEMA, IEC, UL, & CSA) as necessary, to perform required equipment design tests.\nRequired travel to high power labs, like Belmont Labs, Belmont, NC or KEMA Labs, Chalfont, PA to assist engineering perform design tests, such as short circuit current and are resistant tests.\nObtains all necessary information to perform job assignment from Engineers and manager. Works with little supervision to act as the primary contact for coordination of improvements.\nResearches, analyzes, and helps specify purchases and equipment required for Design Lab projects with assistance from the Manufacturing and Maintenance of Line Engineers.\nUnder direction from Engineers, modify or create technical drawings, material specs, work instructions, and relevant safety documentation.\nQualifications:\nBasic Qualifications:\nMust be pursuing a bachelor's degree or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution\nEaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. 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