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Controls Engineer jobs at Eaton sit at the intersection of electrical systems, automation, and industrial manufacturing. Eaton has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international engineers looking to build a long-term career in U.S. power management and manufacturing.
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Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer Specialist.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $122,000 - $179,000 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.
This Hybrid role must work on-site 3 days weekly at our Raleigh, NC facility. Relocation assistance is available for a qualified candidate currently residing in the US.
Additionally, if needed H1B visa transfer sponsorship assistance for a qualified candidate currently residing and employed on a H1B in the USA.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division is currently seeking a Specialist Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. This position will be a hybrid office/remote role as long as you live within 50 miles of our Raleigh, NC facility. Relocation benefits will be provided within the United States only.
Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division designs, manufactures, and services Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, batteries, and electronic-based products to ensure power reliability in the most demanding applications. Our employees deliver mission-critical solutions to our customers’ most challenging energy management requirements.
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.
Why Eaton?
- Be a key member of a world-class organization that creates market leading 3-phase products.
- Opportunities for career advancement through a defined technical track as well as broader Eaton career opportunities in various business functions. Raleigh is an Engineering Hub with roles in: Service, Manufacturing/Assembly, New Product Development, and Product Management.
- Work in a modern hybrid collaborative environment. Eaton is committed to fostering a successful work/life balance.
- Competitive salary and benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, vacation, paid parental leave.
Position Overview:
As a Specialist Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer you will support our product development and design of our high-power three-phase UPS’s. This role also supports products in our Energy Storage and next generation AI load-smoothing product lines. The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.
You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing and designing advanced real-time DSP algorithms for advanced power conversion applications in the power quality industry.
The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. If you have a passion for design of power electronics-centric controls design and development, this role is for you.
In this role you will:
- Successfully launch critical power infrastructure products that meet customer requirements and Eaton safety, quality, reliability, cost and schedule commitments.
- Leverage your skill and experience by giving guidance and leadership to other technical project team members.
- Work with global product development teams to solve problems related to performance, functionality, safety, reliability, quality and component availability.
- Develop mathematical models and algorithms for advanced DSP controls of electronic power conversion products.
- Develop simulations using MATLAB/Simulink simulation environment and verify control designs through simulations.
- Develop converter control algorithms and drive their validation across simulations and HIL testbeds.
- Evaluate competing controls architectures and designs to select the best suited for the application.
- Apply controls theory to design controllers to achieve target product performance.
- Validate designs using Real time simulation systems such as OPAL-RT.
- Participate as team member in new product development projects (uninterruptible power systems, energy storage and advanced technology products) while meeting schedule, cost and product performance goals. Interface closely with cross-functional team members.
- Lead product development using new technologies based on POCs from Eaton COEs and ERLs.
- Analyze, design and assist in testing/troubleshooting control system software used in uninterruptible power systems and other power quality products.
- Apply best engineering practices and decision making for advanced technical problem solving.
- Foster an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement.
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:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 8 years work industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
- MS in Electrical or related Engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 5 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
- PhD in Electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 2 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products.
If needed H1B visa transfer sponsorship assistance will be provided for a qualified candidate currently residing and employed on a H1B in the USA.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 8 years of work experience with power electronic hardware or power systems.
- 3 years of work experience in a new product development organization.
- Familiarity with Li-ion and lead-acid battery systems.
- Experience with Hardware in Loop real time simulators such as OPAL-RT.
- Design experience with UPS and/or power electronic products.
- Previous Coursework in power electronics.
Position Criteria:
- Position requires an individual who is self-motivated, self-managed, team-oriented, proactive, attentive to detail, task oriented, and able to overcome obstacles to meet schedule requirements.
- Work in lab environment around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.
- Familiarity with common tools and methods to work in high power lab (480V) environment, oscilloscope, power analyzers and meters.
- Excellent verbal/ written communications.
- Extensive knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink tools including Control Toolbox, StateFlow, Optimization Verification & Filter Designs.
- Strong academic understanding of analog & digital control theory along with digital filter designs.
- Experience applying digital control and algorithms to power electronics systems.
- Experience in design of closed loop control systems.
- Knowledge of three phase electrical power systems.
- Knowledge and experience in C/C++ coding.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
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.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
INTRODUCTION
Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer Specialist.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $122,000 - $179,000 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.
This Hybrid role must work on-site 3 days weekly at our Raleigh, NC facility. Relocation assistance is available for a qualified candidate currently residing in the US.
Additionally, if needed H1B visa transfer sponsorship assistance for a qualified candidate currently residing and employed on a H1B in the USA.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division is currently seeking a Specialist Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer to join our team. This position will be a hybrid office/remote role as long as you live within 50 miles of our Raleigh, NC facility. Relocation benefits will be provided within the United States only.
Eaton’s Electrical Critical Power Solutions Division designs, manufactures, and services Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, batteries, and electronic-based products to ensure power reliability in the most demanding applications. Our employees deliver mission-critical solutions to our customers’ most challenging energy management requirements.
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.
Why Eaton?
- Be a key member of a world-class organization that creates market leading 3-phase products.
- Opportunities for career advancement through a defined technical track as well as broader Eaton career opportunities in various business functions. Raleigh is an Engineering Hub with roles in: Service, Manufacturing/Assembly, New Product Development, and Product Management.
- Work in a modern hybrid collaborative environment. Eaton is committed to fostering a successful work/life balance.
- Competitive salary and benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, vacation, paid parental leave.
Position Overview:
As a Specialist Digital Controls and Embedded Software Engineer you will support our product development and design of our high-power three-phase UPS’s. This role also supports products in our Energy Storage and next generation AI load-smoothing product lines. The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.
You will be responsible for conceptualizing, developing and designing advanced real-time DSP algorithms for advanced power conversion applications in the power quality industry.
The role includes all aspects of product design life cycle from concept to production as part of a global, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. If you have a passion for design of power electronics-centric controls design and development, this role is for you.
In this role you will:
- Successfully launch critical power infrastructure products that meet customer requirements and Eaton safety, quality, reliability, cost and schedule commitments.
- Leverage your skill and experience by giving guidance and leadership to other technical project team members.
- Work with global product development teams to solve problems related to performance, functionality, safety, reliability, quality and component availability.
- Develop mathematical models and algorithms for advanced DSP controls of electronic power conversion products.
- Develop simulations using MATLAB/Simulink simulation environment and verify control designs through simulations.
- Develop converter control algorithms and drive their validation across simulations and HIL testbeds.
- Evaluate competing controls architectures and designs to select the best suited for the application.
- Apply controls theory to design controllers to achieve target product performance.
- Validate designs using Real time simulation systems such as OPAL-RT.
- Participate as team member in new product development projects (uninterruptible power systems, energy storage and advanced technology products) while meeting schedule, cost and product performance goals. Interface closely with cross-functional team members.
- Lead product development using new technologies based on POCs from Eaton COEs and ERLs.
- Analyze, design and assist in testing/troubleshooting control system software used in uninterruptible power systems and other power quality products.
- Apply best engineering practices and decision making for advanced technical problem solving.
- Foster an environment that promotes Eaton’s goals, philosophies, and encourages continuous improvement.
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:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 8 years work industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
- MS in Electrical or related Engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 5 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products OR
- PhD in Electrical or related engineering degree from an accredited institution with minimum 2 years of industry work experience in real-time digital controls and algorithms for power electronics or industrial products.
If needed H1B visa transfer sponsorship assistance will be provided for a qualified candidate currently residing and employed on a H1B in the USA.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 8 years of work experience with power electronic hardware or power systems.
- 3 years of work experience in a new product development organization.
- Familiarity with Li-ion and lead-acid battery systems.
- Experience with Hardware in Loop real time simulators such as OPAL-RT.
- Design experience with UPS and/or power electronic products.
- Previous Coursework in power electronics.
Position Criteria:
- Position requires an individual who is self-motivated, self-managed, team-oriented, proactive, attentive to detail, task oriented, and able to overcome obstacles to meet schedule requirements.
- Work in lab environment around high voltage where safety awareness is critical.
- Familiarity with common tools and methods to work in high power lab (480V) environment, oscilloscope, power analyzers and meters.
- Excellent verbal/ written communications.
- Extensive knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink tools including Control Toolbox, StateFlow, Optimization Verification & Filter Designs.
- Strong academic understanding of analog & digital control theory along with digital filter designs.
- Experience applying digital control and algorithms to power electronics systems.
- Experience in design of closed loop control systems.
- Knowledge of three phase electrical power systems.
- Knowledge and experience in C/C++ coding.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
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.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires H-1B approval to hinge on the role qualifying as a specialty occupation. For Controls Engineers at Eaton, a degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, or mechatronics strengthens that case far more than a general engineering degree.
Target Eaton's power management and electrical divisions first
Eaton's Electrical Sector and Vehicle Group post Controls Engineer roles most frequently. Filtering your search to these business units surfaces positions more likely to have dedicated engineering headcount and active sponsorship approval processes.
Clarify OPT and CPT eligibility before your final semester
Eaton does hire F-1 students through CPT and OPT, but co-op and internship timelines need to align with your program's academic calendar. Confirm your DSO has authorized the work period before accepting an offer to avoid status gaps.
Ask directly about the LCA filing timeline during offer negotiations
Eaton must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. Knowing when your team plans to initiate that filing tells you whether your start date is realistic given standard DOL processing windows.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Controls Engineer roles at Eaton by visa type
Sorting by the visa categories Eaton sponsors lets you focus only on positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process, saving time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying and waiting for sponsorship conversations that never happen.
Prepare a TN visa option if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Controls Engineering falls under eligible TN occupation categories for Canadian and Mexican nationals. Unlike H-1B, there is no lottery and no annual cap, so Eaton can process your status at the port of entry once your offer letter and credentials are in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Eaton sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Engineers?
Yes, Eaton sponsors H-1B visas for Controls Engineers. The company operates as a large manufacturing employer with established HR infrastructure for immigration filings. Because H-1B cap-subject petitions require lottery selection in April, your start date will depend on when your employer submits the registration and whether you clear the lottery. Premium processing is available to expedite USCIS adjudication once selected.
How do I apply for Controls Engineer jobs at Eaton?
Applications go through Eaton's careers portal at the job posting level. You'll want to tailor your resume to highlight PLC programming, HMI development, or power system controls experience specific to the business unit you're targeting. Migrate Mate lists open Controls Engineer roles at Eaton filtered by visa sponsorship type, so you can identify the right positions before applying directly through Eaton's site.
Which visa types does Eaton commonly use for Controls Engineers?
Eaton sponsors H-1B visas as the primary work visa for Controls Engineers, along with TN visa status for Canadian and Mexican nationals. F-1 students can enter through CPT during school or OPT after graduation. For longer-term permanent residence, Eaton supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways, which typically involve PERM labor certification filed through the DOL before the immigrant petition stage.
What qualifications does Eaton expect for Controls Engineer roles?
Most Controls Engineer postings at Eaton require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with PLCs, such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms, and familiarity with industrial automation standards are consistently listed. Roles in Eaton's Electrical Sector may also require knowledge of power distribution systems or low-voltage switchgear, depending on the product line the team supports.
How long does the sponsorship process typically take for a Controls Engineer at Eaton?
For H-1B, the process spans several months from registration to start date. Eaton files the LCA with the DOL, which takes up to seven business days, followed by the H-1B petition to USCIS. Standard adjudication runs three to six months. Premium processing cuts USCIS review to 15 business days. TN and OPT-to-H-1B transitions follow different timelines, so clarify your specific situation with Eaton's HR team early in the offer stage.