Mechanical Engineer

Richmond, Virginia, USA, 23222Full-time$71k–$105k2026-11-10 → 2026-11-11

Based in United States

Core

Design and manufacture Static Transfer Switches, Power Distribution Units, and transformers for mission-critical power reliability.

Role type

Mechanical Engineer (Product Design & Manufacturing)

Builds

Static Transfer Switches, Power Distribution Units, Remote Power Panels, Dry-Type transformers

Domain

Electrical power distribution / Industrial manufacturing

Required skills

Mechanical CAD, sheet metal design, DFMEA, NRTL certification support, UL/IEEE/IEC standards compliance, BOM management, NPI execution

Preferred skills

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), ERP systems, Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), enclosure-based design, seismic requirements, mentoring junior engineers

Technologies

3D Mechanical CAD, PLM systems, ERP systems

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Electrical Engineers on industry standards and compliance; Lead product certification planning and testing with NRTLs; Support Production during cost/design for manufacturing analysis (DFMEA / DFSS); Optimize assembly and testing processes with Manufacturing Engineers; Contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) projects including prototype builds and design reviews.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company made up of over 92,000 employees, doing business in more than 175 countries. 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.