STEM OPT Senior Power Systems Engineer Jobs
Senior Power Systems Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in electrical, systems, or power engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your DSO submits the extension request to SEVIS.
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Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer. The expected annual salary range for this role is $99,900.0 - $146,520.0 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 position will be based out of one of the following locations: Pittsburgh, PA / Rochester, NY / Clifton Park, NY / Mountainside, NJ / Philadelphia, PA / Baltimore, MD / Manassas, VA / Richmond, VA / Boston, MA. Position requires up to 50% travel. A company vehicle will be provided.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Power System Controls Engineer will provide field service systems integration engineering and technical consultation for customers and fellow PSC Engineers in the areas of system design, programming, installation, start up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of automated control systems and power management systems. The Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service systems integrator with the capabilities to integrate the necessary equipment and technologies to provide a complete power automation solution. This team of engineers and technicians bring extensive skills and experiences with a variety of leading HMI software packages enabling us to design graphically rich, easy-to-use operator interfaces that take advantage of the latest standalone or web-based technologies. Our experience transcends a multitude of equipment manufacturers, software packages, and network architectures, including all major OEMs HMI, PLCs, and components. We offer single point responsibility, a high level of engineering and systems integration expertise, and a unified focus on cost effective solutions, seamless integration, HMI development, energy management tools, and professional turnkey system design and implementation.
In this function, you will:
- Follow customers specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.
- Prepare submittal documentation for projects and meet with customers to discuss project requirements and review submittals.
- Select components and create bill of materials.
- Provide sketches, mark-ups and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings. Review and approve project drawings. You may also be responsible for completing the CAD drawings.
- Ensure projects have proper controls, metering and monitoring. Controls include Power meters, automation equipment (PLC/HMI), protective relays, load sharing, synchronization, etc.
- Write operating sequences and instruction manuals.
- Write and deploy custom power and control schemes including load shedding/peak shaving schemes utilizing multiple distributed energy resources, Microgrid operations, breaker control schemes, SCADA system development.
- Simple Automatic Transfer Controls between two sources (e.g. Main-Tie-Main, Main-Gen).
- Complex Automatic Transfer controls between multiple sources (e.g. Main-Tie-Gen-Tie-Main, Main-Gen-Tie-Gen-Main).
- Paralleling Switchgear Applications.
- Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
- Be responsible for working with test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems.
- Be able to troubleshoot systems that are not functioning properly.
- Be expected to work with relay logic.
- Knowledge of digital multifunction relays for genset protection and utility requirements.
- Programmable Logic Controller experience.
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution and minimum of 3 years of controls experience OR minimum 5 years of controls experience in power distribution applications.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Candidate must reside within greater North East region of the United States.
- Must maintain an active and valid drivers license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PE License.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems and associated protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850).
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 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 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 Senior Power Systems Controls Engineer. The expected annual salary range for this role is $99,900.0 - $146,520.0 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 position will be based out of one of the following locations: Pittsburgh, PA / Rochester, NY / Clifton Park, NY / Mountainside, NJ / Philadelphia, PA / Baltimore, MD / Manassas, VA / Richmond, VA / Boston, MA. Position requires up to 50% travel. A company vehicle will be provided.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Senior Power System Controls Engineer will provide field service systems integration engineering and technical consultation for customers and fellow PSC Engineers in the areas of system design, programming, installation, start up, maintenance, repair, training and modification of automated control systems and power management systems. The Power Systems Controls (PSC) group is a full-service systems integrator with the capabilities to integrate the necessary equipment and technologies to provide a complete power automation solution. This team of engineers and technicians bring extensive skills and experiences with a variety of leading HMI software packages enabling us to design graphically rich, easy-to-use operator interfaces that take advantage of the latest standalone or web-based technologies. Our experience transcends a multitude of equipment manufacturers, software packages, and network architectures, including all major OEMs HMI, PLCs, and components. We offer single point responsibility, a high level of engineering and systems integration expertise, and a unified focus on cost effective solutions, seamless integration, HMI development, energy management tools, and professional turnkey system design and implementation.
In this function, you will:
- Follow customers specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.
- Prepare submittal documentation for projects and meet with customers to discuss project requirements and review submittals.
- Select components and create bill of materials.
- Provide sketches, mark-ups and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings. Review and approve project drawings. You may also be responsible for completing the CAD drawings.
- Ensure projects have proper controls, metering and monitoring. Controls include Power meters, automation equipment (PLC/HMI), protective relays, load sharing, synchronization, etc.
- Write operating sequences and instruction manuals.
- Write and deploy custom power and control schemes including load shedding/peak shaving schemes utilizing multiple distributed energy resources, Microgrid operations, breaker control schemes, SCADA system development.
- Simple Automatic Transfer Controls between two sources (e.g. Main-Tie-Main, Main-Gen).
- Complex Automatic Transfer controls between multiple sources (e.g. Main-Tie-Gen-Tie-Main, Main-Gen-Tie-Gen-Main).
- Paralleling Switchgear Applications.
- Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
- Be responsible for working with test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems.
- Be able to troubleshoot systems that are not functioning properly.
- Be expected to work with relay logic.
- Knowledge of digital multifunction relays for genset protection and utility requirements.
- Programmable Logic Controller experience.
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution and minimum of 3 years of controls experience OR minimum 5 years of controls experience in power distribution applications.
- No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Candidate must reside within greater North East region of the United States.
- Must maintain an active and valid drivers license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PE License.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems and associated protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850).
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 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 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Power Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's CIP code from your transcript or DSO and cross-reference it against the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Electrical Engineering (14.1001) and Power Systems Engineering variants qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs get miscoded and need correction before you can file.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask HR directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign anything. A company not enrolled cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, and retroactive enrollment takes time you may not have during your OPT window.
Target utilities, grid operators, and defense contractors
Check LCA filings through the OFLC public disclosure data to identify which power sector employers have a consistent record of sponsoring technical roles. Utilities, national labs, and defense contractors often have established international hiring processes for power engineering positions specifically.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by authorization type
Search for Senior Power Systems Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and sponsorship history. This lets you skip the manual LCA lookup step and focus your applications on companies already set up to hire STEM OPT students.
Draft your I-983 training plan around grid-specific deliverables
Work with your hiring manager to map your role's objectives, protection systems design work, or load-flow analysis tasks directly to learning goals in the I-983. Generic training plans draw scrutiny from your DSO; engineering-specific milestones tied to power system deliverables are easier to approve and support.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is filed on time
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your STEM OPT expires, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Confirm your employer's timeline for H-1B filing in the offer stage so there's no gap between your OPT end date and petition receipt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Power Systems Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as electrical engineering, power systems engineering, or a related discipline with an approved CIP code. The role itself must also provide practical training directly related to your degree. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before submitting the STEM OPT extension request, since some interdisciplinary degrees require documentation to establish eligibility.
How do I know if a power engineering employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the HR or recruiting contact directly whether the company holds an active E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding with DHS. You can also request written confirmation before accepting an offer. STEM OPT rules require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension is approved, so verifying this early prevents delays. Browse Senior Power Systems Engineer listings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers already enrolled.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a power systems engineering role?
The I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your engineering degree, your employer's supervision structure, and how the work connects to your field of study. For power systems roles, this typically includes objectives around protection relay coordination, transmission planning, fault analysis, or grid modeling. Your direct supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must submit it to SEVIS before your extension start date.
Can I start a new Senior Power Systems Engineer job during my STEM OPT extension?
Yes, but you must update your I-983 and have your DSO report the employer change in SEVIS within 10 days of starting the new role. The new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Your existing STEM OPT authorization remains valid during the transition, but the paperwork must be completed correctly and on time to stay in compliance with your F-1 status.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my H-1B petition is selected in the lottery?
If your employer files an H-1B petition during the regular filing window and it is selected, the cap-gap rule extends your STEM OPT work authorization automatically through September 30, even if your EAD expires earlier. You can continue working in your Senior Power Systems Engineer role without interruption as long as the petition is timely filed and properly receipted. Check your I-94 and EAD end dates with your DSO once you receive the H-1B receipt notice.