Specialist Engineer-Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) Technology

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Specialist Engineer-Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) Technology.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 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.

What you’ll do:

Are you passionate about driving innovation in power systems and advanced materials? Join Eaton's Line Installation and Protective Equipment (LIPE) team as a Specialist Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) technology used to protect critical electrical infrastructure around the world.

In this highly visible position, you'll lead the design, development, and optimization of MOV ceramic varistor disk technology, ensuring robust, high-performing products that meet rigorous industry standards. You'll collaborate with global experts, influence manufacturing strategy, and advance cutting-edge solutions that improve reliability, quality, and performance across Eaton's product portfolio.

As a Specialist Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of advancing a critical technology that protects electrical systems worldwide. Your expertise will directly influence product innovation, manufacturing excellence, supplier strategy, and the long-term success of Eaton's surge protection solutions. Whether leading strategic projects or collaborating with global subject matter experts, you'll have the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the future of power management technology.

This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, innovation, process excellence, and mentorship, allowing you to make a lasting impact on both our products and our people.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and execution of MOV ceramic varistor disk design and manufacturing strategies that support business objectives while ensuring compliance with industry and quality standards.

• Drive innovation and continuous improvement across the entire MOV manufacturing process, including batching, calcining, spray drying, pressing, firing, glazing, finishing, and testing.

• Develop next-generation MOV formulations and designs that enhance product performance, manufacturability, and long-term reliability.

• Provide technical leadership on critical process parameters to optimize yield, quality, and operational efficiency across all disk sizes.

• Partner with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver innovative electro-mechanical solutions for electrical power system applications.

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and implement new raw materials and supplier sources that support business growth, quality expectations, and cost competitiveness.

• Analyze process and electrical performance data to make informed decisions that ensure product integrity and customer satisfaction.

• Lead root cause investigations and corrective action initiatives to resolve complex manufacturing and product challenges.

• Mentor and develop process engineers, helping build technical capability and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and engineering standards that support consistency, efficiency, and world-class product quality.

• Prepare and communicate technical recommendations, project updates, and strategic insights to support business and operational objectives.

• Drive a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making and process optimization.

• Responsible for supervising MOV Lab Technician

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s Degree in Ceramic or Materials Engineering from an accredited institution.

-Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Ceramic processing and/or product design of metal oxide varistors.

-Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

-Minimum eight (8) years of experience in Ceramic processing and/or product design of metal oxide varistors

-Six-sigma trained

-Experience working within quality management systems

-Microsoft Word, Excel, Share Point, SPC Software

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