Power Automation Engineer Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Join Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems team and be part of a dynamic group delivering innovative solutions across the entire power system lifecycle-from design and build to long-term support. We don't just maintain systems, we transform them. By integrating and optimizing every component, we ensure power systems align with business goals while staying safe, efficient, reliable, and future-ready.

As a Senior Digital Integration Solutions Engineer, you'll work directly with customers on-site, playing a hands-on role in delivering advanced power automation solutions. This position offers the opportunity to travel up to 75% throughout the region, giving you exposure to a wide range of industries, technologies, and real-world applications. The expected annual salary range for this role is $104000 - $145,000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Our Digital Integration Solutions group stands out as a cutting-edge, full-service systems integrator driving the future of power automation.

Our team brings together advanced technologies, diverse equipment, and deep technical expertise to deliver fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. As part of this team, you'll work alongside talented engineers and technicians who specialize in leading HMI platforms, creating intuitive, visually compelling operator interfaces that leverage the latest standalone and web-based innovations. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and manufacturers, working across major OEM HMI systems, PLCs, and network architectures.

We pride ourselves on offering single-point accountability and delivering seamless, cost-effective solutions-from advanced HMI development and energy management tools to complete turnkey system design and implementation. What you'll do: Provide on-site implementation of Electrical Power Management and mission critical monitoring and control systems including Power Xpert, Foreseer, PowerNet, and next generation Power Monitoring platforms. Provide applied engineering and consultation to customers in the areas of system integration, installation, start-up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of power management, control, and mission critical systems.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with at least 3 years of experience working with/managing installations of Power Management, Power Control, Scada, Mission Critical, or Building Management systems OR in lieu of a degree at least 5 years of experience working with/managing installations of Power Management, Power Control, Scada, Mission Critical, or Building Management systems This role is designated as a Regular Driver per Eaton's Driver Safety Policy and requires a current, unrestricted driver's license along with a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. Candidates will be subject to a motor vehicle record check upon hire. 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 H1B, H1-B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc. All candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of the work locations listed. No relocation will be offered for this role.

Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in technical discipline (Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science) from an accredited institution. Experience in programming and troubleshooting devices that utilize serial communication protocols (Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, BACnet IP, BACnet MS/TP, LON, etc.) Professional Engineering license Position Criteria: Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton's safety program and policy

Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings. Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver's license. Must have the ability to work variable hours, including nights & weekends, and travel within the district / state / region / country based on customer requirements.

Programming of PLC control systems (Power Control, Generator Control, and SCADA) Commissioning experience Experience with HMI (Human Machine Interface) software and power monitoring software packages. Working knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus (TCP and RTU), SNMP, OPC, DDE, BACnet (IP and MS/TP). Strong computer skills required with Windows Operating Systems and Databases.

Intermediate Networking skills including the ability to troubleshoot network hardware and interfaces, including Ethernet and Fiber Knowledge of power quality meters, trip units, protective relays and UPS Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems. Knowledge of troubleshooting, test and repair techniques. Advanced understanding of the company's and competitor's automation and power management systems and services.

Knowledge and practice of safety precautions related to working with automation and power management systems. Ability to interface with internal and external customers, salespeople, and other team members on a technical level. Has demonstrated ability to provide service and represent company interests in developing customer relationships to assure long-term customer satisfaction.

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