Field Service Engineer

Company: Eaton Corporation
Location: Kennewick
Posted on: November 12, 2021

Job Description:

Eaton’s Engineering Service & Systems Division is seeking a Field Service Representative (FSR) to join our team. This position is based at our Kennewick, WA location.

Eaton’s Engineering Service & Systems division wants to help you fuel your career! Eaton has the largest and most experienced team of field services technicians and engineers in the industry. This team brings extensive skills and experiences to field service engineering.? Active participation in recognized technical societies such as NFPA and IEEE and collaboration with a variety of utilities and industries ensures that our technicians are knowledgeable about today’s cutting-edge technology and engineering techniques.? We assist customers at every stage of the power system: offering start-up and commissioning of equipment, performing planned maintenance, monitoring performance, diagnosing system?problems remotely, as well as responding to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, 365 days a year. Our support services help businesses make the most of their existing electrical equipment by optimizing performance and extending the life of existing facilities. 

The Power Distribution Systems organization offers career opportunities at a variety of levels representing increased scope and responsibility within the organization.  The Field Service Representative is responsible for providing field service support and consultation such as acceptance testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of low, medium, and high voltage systems advise customers and provide best technical solution to solve the customer issue complete assigned jobs with assistance from lead technicians and engineers conduct required tests and calibration using test equipment check and maintain equipment to ensure compliance with applicable standards.? 

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. 

In this function you will: 

• Provide field service engineering and technical assistance to customers in areas of installation, testing, startup, maintenance, repair, training and modification of electrical power distribution equipment
• Self-manage assigned projects for electrical equipment
• Skilled proficiency in the following:
  • Basic Test Equipment Operation 
  • Basic Troubleshooting Techniques  
  • Intermediate Test Equipment Operation 
  • Advanced Troubleshooting Technique 
  • Advanced Test Equipment Operation 
  • Basic Protective Relays 
  • Basic PQ Measurements  
• Skilled proficiency in one or more of the following:
  • Intermediate Protective Relays 
  • Advanced PQ Measurements 
  • Disaster Recovery 
  • Rotating Machinery  
  • Protection & Control Design 

When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we as individuals and as a company are stronger. 

Qualifications

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution AND / OR military experience AND/OR Minimum 3 years of experience with power distribution and field service with high school diploma
• Minimum of 1 year of experience evaluating and servicing electrical distribution or control systems.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.  Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of locations listed will be considered.  Active Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems is highly desirable.
• Experience performing power quality measurements, troubleshooting, and analysis is highly desirable.
• Experience with protective relays is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
• NICET/ NETA certification

Position Criteria:

• Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Strong computer skills
• Understanding of the company's and competitor's electrical, electronic and mechanical products and services. 
• Knowledge and practice of safety precautions related to working with electrical and electronic equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide service and represent company interests in developing customer relationships to assure long-term customer satisfaction.
• Submit to periodic customer required background and drug screenings.
• Possess an active and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a government TWIC card

We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being. Listed below are programs that are offered globally, but program availabilities may vary by site.

• Flexible work options to help balance work/life demands (at participating Eaton sites)
• Healthcare/retirement savings programs
• Competitive compensation packages to reward skills and performance
• Tuition assistance or financial help for ongoing learning and development
• Health, Dental, Vision & Wellness programs
• Donation matching (U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico)

As a contractor with the Federal government, Eaton is subject to the Executive Order mandating COVID-19 vaccination.  As permitted by applicable law, the candidate(s) hired under this posting must provide evidence of full vaccination as defined by CDC guidelines, or request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation exempting them from the requirement.  Vaccination status will not be verified until after an offer of employment is provided, and candidates may also request a medical, pregnancy or religious accommodation at that time.

Eaton also considers qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with local laws.      To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application or interview process, please call 412-893-3600 or send an email to: AccommodationsForApplying@Eaton.com  

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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We make what matters work. Everywhere you look—from the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every day—you’ll find one thing in common. It all relies on power. That’s why Eaton is dedicated to improving people’s lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. We’re ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and we’re committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.

Job: Engineering

Region: North America – US/Puerto Rico
Organization: ESSG EESSD Electrical Engrg Svcs Systems Div

Job Level: Individual Contributor
Schedule: Full-time
Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: No
Does this position offer relocation?: No
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

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