Eaton Corporation - Coraopolis, PA
posted about 2 months ago
Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-Op for the Spring 2025 term in Moon Township, PA. This position offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in the electrical design of circuit protection products, contributing from project initiation through to manufacturing launch and ongoing developments. The co-op will engage in various tasks including the design, testing, and certification of components required for residential circuit protection. This role will provide exposure to electro-mechanical systems and product qualification processes, focusing on performance, reliability, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), and cost optimization of the final product. The Electrical Engineering co-op will work closely with a diverse team, including the Engineering Manager, Program Manager, Mechanical Engineers, System Architects, Electrical Engineers, Product Line Marketing Manager, and Operations team members. This collaborative environment will allow the co-op to develop products efficiently according to Eaton's Pro-Launch process. The position will also involve project management responsibilities, requiring the co-op to manage projects to completion using a phase gate project management platform. Strong communication skills, ambition, and a passion for product design are essential for success in this role. In addition to technical responsibilities, the co-op will contribute to firmware and electrical developments for embedded systems and micro-controllers, support embedded firmware development using code repositories and agile methods, and enhance existing products based on evaluations of new technologies. The co-op will also be involved in developing and reviewing PCBA layouts, designing and testing electric circuits, and performing technical evaluations of third-party solutions. Participation in project management and engaging with multi-disciplined teams will be crucial to achieving project goals. The co-op will also assist with third-party certifications and ensure timely completion of project commitments, culminating in an end-of-rotation presentation to management.