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You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. We’re providing hydraulic, fuel, conveyance, electrical and actuation solutions designed and engineered to support the needs of today’s commercial, military and space aircraft and the next generation of aerospace innovation.
Mechanical Engineers are working to solve real-world challenges while developing the skills required to lead at the next level. Come discover the opportunities waiting for you. Your career matters –and we’re here to make it work.
Are you ready? Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The expected salary for this role ranges from $75,000 (bachelor’s degree) a year.
This position offers a one-time $6,000 signing bonus and relocation package.
What you’ll do:
Mechanical Engineers work in a dynamic, fast paced environment working on technology and components for the next generation of military and commercial aircraft. This includes research, design, development and testing for mechanical systems, products, components, and applications for space, military and commercial aerospace and related applications.
- Provide technical design, analysis, and guidance for new product development, product improvements, test components, rigs, and systems.
- Lead and participate in efforts to solve problems with product design, inspection, manufacturing, and test encountered by vendors, company operations personnel, and customers.
- Serve as technical contact and liaison between Mechanical Engineering and internal and external customers.
- Coordinate with Project Engineering and Program Management to support targets and milestones for project budgets and schedules.
- Create and/or guide the creation of technical documents, including Engineering drawings (following ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.34 standards), test procedures, test reports, and design review material.
- Support IR&D projects and implementation of new technologies such as Additive Manufacturing.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution, with a graduation date no later than August 2024
- Minimum of one internship or co-op experience completed at the time of this application
- Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8
- Geographic flexibility to relocate within the United
States
- This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution
- Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher
- Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or community
- Two or more relevant internships or co-op experiences
- Design engineering experience
Skills:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively explain technical concepts
- This role may include travel (up to 25%) within a local region as determined by the Assignment Manager
- Ability to relocate to one of the following Eaton facilities: Davenport, IA
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. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview.
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.
